Koteshwar - Bhanoli, Almora
Koteshwar is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Fulai Jageshwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koteshwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koteshwar is 053562. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.14 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Koteshwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koteshwar
According to the 2011 Census, Koteshwar village had a total population of 98 people, including 45 males and 53 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,178 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.32%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 54.00%.
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 | 98 | 45 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 11 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Koteshwar
Koteshwar 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 Koteshwar
Koteshwar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Koteshwar is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koteshwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koteshwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Koteshwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koteshwar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koteshwar
Where is Koteshwar located?
Koteshwar village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Koteshwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Koteshwar is Fulai Jageshwar.
What is the pincode of Koteshwar?
The pincode of Koteshwar is 263623.
What is the population of Koteshwar?
Koteshwar had a total population of 98, including 45 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Koteshwar?
Koteshwar had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koteshwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koteshwar was 69.32%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 54.00%.