Koth - Dholka, Ahmedabad
Koth is a village situated in the Dholka taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Dholka and around 66 km from Ahmadabad. Koth village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koth is 511738. The village covers a total geographical area of 4636.62 hectares and falls under the 382240 pincode. Dholka is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Koth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dholka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koth
As per Census 2011, Koth village has a total population of 10,439 people, consisting of 5,453 males and 4,986 females. The village has 2,173 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,395 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,640 literate and 3,799 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,027 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,439 | 5,453 | 4,986 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,395 | 760 | 635 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,027 | 528 | 499 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 6,640 | 3,951 | 2,689 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,799 | 1,502 | 2,297 |
Nearby Villages of Koth
Koth 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 Koth
Koth is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dholka to Koth is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Koth is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Koth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koth village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koth
Where is Koth located?
Koth village is located in Dholka Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koth?
Koth is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koth?
The pincode of Koth is 382240.
What is the population of Koth?
Koth has a total population of 10,439, including 5,453 males and 4,986 females.
How many households are there in Koth?
There are 2,173 households in Koth.
What is the literacy rate in Koth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koth is 63.61%. Male literacy is 72.46% and female literacy is 53.93%.