Kothi - Kathua
Kothi is a village situated in the Kathua tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 11 km from Kathua, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Mehtabpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothi is 001852. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 184104 pincode. Kathua is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
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 Kathua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kothi
As per Census 2011, Kothi village has a total population of 83 people, consisting of 42 males and 41 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 57 literate and 26 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 83 | 42 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 11 | 15 |
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
Public transport in the Kothi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kothi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kathua to Kothi is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kothi
Where is Kothi located?
Kothi village is located in Kathua Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothi is Mehtabpur.
What is the pincode of Kothi?
The pincode of Kothi is 184104.
What is the population of Kothi?
Kothi has a total population of 83, including 42 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Kothi?
There are 18 households in Kothi.
What is the literacy rate in Kothi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothi is 68.67%. Male literacy is 73.81% and female literacy is 63.41%.