Kot - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Kot is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 55 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Kot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kot is 043831. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.79 hectares and falls under the 249145 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Kot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kot
As per Census 2011, Kot village has a total population of 392 people, consisting of 181 males and 211 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 1,165 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 257 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kot are given below:
| Category | 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 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 132 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 49 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Kot
Kot is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kot
Kot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Kot is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kot is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kot
Where is Kot located?
Kot village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kot?
Kot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kot?
The pincode of Kot is 249145.
What is the population of Kot?
Kot has a total population of 392, including 181 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Kot?
There are 101 households in Kot.
What is the literacy rate in Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kot is 65.56%. Male literacy is 72.93% and female literacy is 59.24%.