Kot - Mayureswar - I, Birbhum
Kot is a village situated in the Mayureswar - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mollarpur and around 34.2 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Jhikodda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kot is 316563. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.47 hectares and falls under the 731216 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kot
According to the 2011 Census, Kot village had a total population of 2,888 people, including 1,474 males and 1,414 females, living in 610 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.50%, with male literacy at 75.32% and female literacy at 61.46%.
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 | 2,888 | 1,474 | 1,414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 440 | 230 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,677 | 937 | 740 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,211 | 537 | 674 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sainthia to Kot is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Kot is about 34.2 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mayureswar - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Kot is Jhikodda.
What is the pincode of Kot?
The pincode of Kot is 731216.
What is the population of Kot?
Kot had a total population of 2,888, including 1,474 males and 1,414 females.
How many households are there in Kot?
Kot had 610 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kot was 68.50%. Male literacy was 75.32% and female literacy was 61.46%.