Kothey - Arnia, Jammu
Kothey is a village situated in the Arnia tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from Bishnah and around 50 km from Jammu. Changia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothey village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothey is 006288. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.9 hectares and falls under the 181131 pincode. Arina is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kothey village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bishnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kothey
According to the 2011 Census, Kothey village had a total population of 792 people, including 416 males and 376 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.60%, with male literacy at 85.52% and female literacy at 77.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50.
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 | 792 | 416 | 376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 57 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 572 | 307 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 109 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Kothey
Kothey 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 Kothey
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kothey.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arina to Kothey is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Kothey is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothey
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothey village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kothey
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothey 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kothey
Where is Kothey located?
Kothey village is located in Arnia Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothey?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothey is Changia.
What is the pincode of Kothey?
The pincode of Kothey is 181131.
What is the population of Kothey?
Kothey had a total population of 792, including 416 males and 376 females.
How many households are there in Kothey?
Kothey had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothey?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothey was 81.60%. Male literacy was 85.52% and female literacy was 77.49%.