Kothi - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Kothi is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Andwar Patti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothi is 031314. The village covers a total geographical area of 265 hectares and falls under the 146114 pincode. Kartarpur 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 Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kothi
As per Census 2011, Kothi village has a total population of 1,174 people, consisting of 599 males and 575 females. The village has 263 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 908 literate and 266 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,174 | 599 | 575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 69 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 66 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 908 | 486 | 422 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 113 | 153 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hoshiarpur to Kothi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothi is Andwar Patti.
What is the pincode of Kothi?
The pincode of Kothi is 146114.
What is the population of Kothi?
Kothi has a total population of 1,174, including 599 males and 575 females.
How many households are there in Kothi?
There are 263 households in Kothi.
What is the literacy rate in Kothi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothi is 77.34%. Male literacy is 81.14% and female literacy is 73.39%.