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
According to the 2011 Census, Kot village had a total population of 392 people, including 181 males and 211 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 1,166 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.85%, with male literacy at 88.00% and female literacy at 63.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 | 0 | 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 had a total population of 392, including 181 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Kot?
Kot had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kot was 73.85%. Male literacy was 88.00% and female literacy was 63.13%.