Koti - Tikar, Shimla
Koti is a village situated in the Tikar tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Pujarli-4 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koti is 026386. The village covers a total geographical area of 527 hectares and falls under the 171203 pincode. Rohru 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 Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koti
As per Census 2011, Koti village has a total population of 841 people, consisting of 446 males and 395 females. The village has 201 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 586 literate and 255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 454 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 841 | 446 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 49 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 454 | 235 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 586 | 334 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 112 | 143 |
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
Koti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 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 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koti
Where is Koti located?
Koti village is located in Tikar Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koti?
The Gram Panchayat of Koti is Pujarli-4.
What is the pincode of Koti?
The pincode of Koti is 171203.
What is the population of Koti?
Koti has a total population of 841, including 446 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Koti?
There are 201 households in Koti.
What is the literacy rate in Koti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koti is 69.68%. Male literacy is 74.89% and female literacy is 63.80%.