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.
Here you can discover what makes Purani Koti unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-Shimla region. You’ll see Purani Koti’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Purani Koti
Population of Purani Koti
According to the 2011 Census, Purani Koti has a total population of about 56, with approximately 26 males and 30 females. The sex ratio is around 1153 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 9 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 13 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.64%, with male literacy at about 84.62% and female literacy near 56.67%. There are around 11 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purani Koti's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.