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
As per Census 2011, Koteshvar village has a total population of 1,316 people, consisting of 682 males and 634 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 396 literate and 920 illiterate residents. Additionally, 880 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koteshvar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,316 | 682 | 634 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 70 | 65 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,316, including 682 males and 634 females.
How many households are there in Koteshvar?
There are 236 households in Koteshvar.
What is the literacy rate in Koteshvar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koteshvar is 30.09%. Male literacy is 36.51% and female literacy is 23.19%.