Kothi - Darlaghat, Solan
Kothi is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from Solan. Surajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothi is 019968. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.03 hectares and falls under the 173235 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Kothi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kothi
According to the 2011 Census, Kothi village had a total population of 117 people, including 61 males and 56 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.16%, with male literacy at 93.88% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80.
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 | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 15 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Kothi
Kothi 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 Kothi
Kothi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Kothi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothi 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 Kothi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kothi
Where is Kothi located?
Kothi village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothi is Surajpur.
What is the pincode of Kothi?
The pincode of Kothi is 173235.
What is the population of Kothi?
Kothi had a total population of 117, including 61 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Kothi?
Kothi had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothi was 84.16%. Male literacy was 93.88% and female literacy was 75.00%.