Kumarkot
Kumarkot is a village located in Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Dunda (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Kumarkot village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kumarkot unique in its vibrant Dunda-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Kumarkot’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 Kumarkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kumarkot is 040573. The village spans a total geographical area of 86.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249165. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Kumarkot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kumarkot 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 Gangotri 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 Kumarkot
Population of Kumarkot
According to the 2011 Census, Kumarkot has a total population of about 617, with approximately 309 males and 308 females. The sex ratio is around 996 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 88 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 12 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.56%, with male literacy at about 77.02% and female literacy near 48.05%. There are around 107 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kumarkot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 617 | 309 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 41 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 386 | 238 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 71 | 160 |
Connectivity of Kumarkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kumarkot. As per the 2011 stats, Kumarkot 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kumarkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Kumarkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kumarkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kumarkot
- Where is Kumarkot located?
- Kumarkot village is situated in Dunda Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kumarkot?
- Kumarkot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kumarkot?
- The pincode of Kumarkot is 249165, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kumarkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kumarkot is 617, with 309 males and 308 females.
- How many households are there in Kumarkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kumarkot village has a total of 107 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kumarkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kumarkot is 62.56%. The male literacy rate is 77.02%, while the female literacy rate is 48.05%.