Kumarkot - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Kumarkot is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 126 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Math serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kumarkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumarkot is 040132. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.33 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Kumarkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kumarkot
As per Census 2011, Kumarkot village has a total population of 80 people, consisting of 42 males and 38 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 51 literate and 29 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kumarkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 34 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 8 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Kumarkot
Kumarkot 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 Kumarkot
Kumarkot 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Kumarkot is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Kumarkot is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kumarkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumarkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kumarkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumarkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kumarkot
Where is Kumarkot located?
Kumarkot village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumarkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Kumarkot is Math.
What is the pincode of Kumarkot?
The pincode of Kumarkot is 249185.
What is the population of Kumarkot?
Kumarkot has a total population of 80, including 42 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Kumarkot?
There are 23 households in Kumarkot.
What is the literacy rate in Kumarkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumarkot is 63.75%. Male literacy is 80.95% and female literacy is 44.74%.