Kothari - Una, Gir Somnath
Kothari is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from Una and around 185 km from Junagadh. Kothari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothari is 515343. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.92 hectares and falls under the 362510 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kothari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kothari
According to the 2011 Census, Kothari village had a total population of 590 people, including 288 males and 302 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.76%, with male literacy at 82.03% and female literacy at 61.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 590 | 288 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 210 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 78 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Kothari
Kothari 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 Kothari
Public transport in the Kothari is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Kothari is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Kothari is about 185 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kothari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothari 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 Kothari
Where is Kothari located?
Kothari village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothari?
Kothari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kothari?
The pincode of Kothari is 362510.
What is the population of Kothari?
Kothari had a total population of 590, including 288 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Kothari?
Kothari had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothari was 71.76%. Male literacy was 82.03% and female literacy was 61.94%.