Kothi - Fatehpur, Kangra
Kothi is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Samlet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothi is 008800. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.15 hectares and falls under the 176022 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Kothi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kothi
According to the 2011 Census, Kothi village had a total population of 165 people, including 82 males and 83 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.67%, with male literacy at 89.04% and female literacy at 64.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 165 | 82 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 65 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 17 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Kothi
Kothi 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 Kothi
Public transport in the Kothi is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Dharmsala to Kothi is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kothi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kothi
Where is Kothi located?
Kothi village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothi is Samlet.
What is the pincode of Kothi?
The pincode of Kothi is 176022.
What is the population of Kothi?
Kothi had a total population of 165, including 82 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Kothi?
Kothi had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothi was 76.67%. Male literacy was 89.04% and female literacy was 64.94%.