Koti - Theog, Shimla
Koti is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Jais serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koti is 025114. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.49 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Koti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koti
According to the 2011 Census, Koti village had a total population of 200 people, including 95 males and 105 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,105 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.02%, with male literacy at 92.47% and female literacy at 76.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 114.
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 | 200 | 95 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 56 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 86 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 9 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Koti
Koti 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 Koti
Public transport in the Koti is mainly available through bus 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 Shimla to Koti is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Koti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Koti
Where is Koti located?
Koti village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koti?
The Gram Panchayat of Koti is Jais.
What is the pincode of Koti?
The pincode of Koti is 171201.
What is the population of Koti?
Koti had a total population of 200, including 95 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Koti?
Koti had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koti was 84.02%. Male literacy was 92.47% and female literacy was 76.24%.