Kothi - Ramban
Kothi is a village situated in the Ramban tehsil of Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 9 km from Ramban, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Bhattan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothi is 004566. The village covers a total geographical area of 671.7 hectares and falls under the 182144 pincode. Ramban is the nearest town, located about 9 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 Ramban 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 1,043 people, consisting of 549 males and 494 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 386 literate and 657 illiterate residents. Additionally, 105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,043 | 549 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 117 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 54 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 386 | 265 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 657 | 284 | 373 |
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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramban to Kothi is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kothi
Where is Kothi located?
Kothi village is located in Ramban Tehsil, Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothi is Bhattan.
What is the pincode of Kothi?
The pincode of Kothi is 182144.
What is the population of Kothi?
Kothi has a total population of 1,043, including 549 males and 494 females.
How many households are there in Kothi?
There are 209 households in Kothi.
What is the literacy rate in Kothi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothi is 37.01%. Male literacy is 48.27% and female literacy is 24.49%.