Kothu
About Kothu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kothu village is 026039. Kothu village is located in Jubbal tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 128km away from district headquarter Jubbal. Jubbal is the sub-district headquarter of Kothu village. As per 2009 stats, Jhagtan is the gram panchayat of Kothu village.
The total geographical area of village is 211 hectares. Kothu has a total population of 220 peoples, out of which male population is 114 while female population is 106. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 929 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kothu village is 71.36% out of which 80.70% males and 61.32% females are literate. There are about 44 houses in kothu village. Pincode of kothu village locality is 171216.
When it comes to administration, Kothu village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kothu village comes under Jubbal-Kotkhai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Jubbal is nearest town to kothu village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kothu
The population details of Kothu cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 220 | 114 | 106 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 95 | 46 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 157 | 92 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 22 | 41 |
Connectivity of Kothu
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kothu
Where is Kothu located?
Kothu village is situated in Jubbal Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothu is Jhagtan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kothu?
The pincode of Kothu is 171216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kothu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kothu is 220, with 114 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Kothu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kothu village has a total of 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kothu is 71.36%. The male literacy rate is 80.70%, while the female literacy rate is 61.32%.