Kot
Kot is a village located in Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Tehri (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Kot village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kot unique in its vibrant Tehri-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Kot’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kot is 043831. The village spans a total geographical area of 218.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249131. Chamba is nearest town to Kot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kot village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kot
Population of Kot
According to the 2011 Census, Kot has a total population of about 392, with approximately 181 males and 211 females. The sex ratio is around 1165 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 44 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 7 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.56%, with male literacy at about 72.93% and female literacy near 59.24%. There are around 101 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 392 | 181 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 31 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 132 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 49 | 86 |
Connectivity of Kot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kot. As per the 2011 stats, Kot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kot
Knowing the nearby villages of Kot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kot
- Where is Kot located?
- Kot village is situated in Tehri Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kot?
- Kot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kot?
- The pincode of Kot is 249131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kot is 392, with 181 males and 211 females.
- How many households are there in Kot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kot village has a total of 101 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kot is 65.56%. The male literacy rate is 72.93%, while the female literacy rate is 59.24%.