Koteshvar - Danta, Banas Kantha
Koteshvar is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Kumbhariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koteshvar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koteshvar is 507825. The village covers a total geographical area of 844.76 hectares and falls under the 385110 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Koteshvar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koteshvar
According to the 2011 Census, Koteshvar village had a total population of 1,316 people, including 682 males and 634 females, living in 236 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.53%, with male literacy at 40.69% and female literacy at 25.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 880.
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 | 1,316 | 682 | 634 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 70 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 880 | 452 | 428 |
| Literate Population | 396 | 249 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 920 | 433 | 487 |
Nearby Villages of Koteshvar
Koteshvar 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 Koteshvar
Public transport in the Koteshvar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ambaji to Koteshvar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Koteshvar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koteshvar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koteshvar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Koteshvar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koteshvar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koteshvar
Where is Koteshvar located?
Koteshvar village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Koteshvar?
The Gram Panchayat of Koteshvar is Kumbhariya.
What is the pincode of Koteshvar?
The pincode of Koteshvar is 385110.
What is the population of Koteshvar?
Koteshvar had a total population of 1,316, including 682 males and 634 females.
How many households are there in Koteshvar?
Koteshvar had 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koteshvar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koteshvar was 33.53%. Male literacy was 40.69% and female literacy was 25.83%.