Purani Koti

Purani Koti is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Purani Koti village. As per 2009 stats, Moolkoti is the gram panchayat of Purani Koti village.

Purani Koti has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Purani Koti

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purani Koti is 024765. The village spans a total geographical area of 28.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171007. Shimla is nearest town to Purani Koti village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Purani Koti village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Purani Koti

Below is a concise population overview of Purani Koti as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 56 26 30
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 9 3 6
Scheduled Castes (SC) 13 5 8
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 39 22 17
Illiterate Population 17 4 13

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Purani Koti village:

  • The total population of Purani Koti village is around 56, including approximately 26 males and 30 females, with a sex ratio of 1153 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 9 children aged 0–6 years in Purani Koti village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Purani Koti village has 13 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Purani Koti village is about 69.64%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 56.67%.
  • There are around 11 households in Purani Koti village.

Connectivity of Purani Koti

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purani Koti. As per the 2011 stats, Purani Koti had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Purani Koti

Knowing the nearby villages of Purani Koti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purani Koti.

Frequently Asked Questions about Purani Koti

Where is Purani Koti located?
Purani Koti village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purani Koti?
The Gram Panchayat of Purani Koti is Moolkoti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purani Koti?
The pincode of Purani Koti is 171007, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purani Koti as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purani Koti is 56, with 26 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Purani Koti as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purani Koti village has a total of 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purani Koti as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purani Koti is 69.64%. The male literacy rate is 84.62%, while the female literacy rate is 56.67%.