Kotila - Bhanoli, Almora
Kotila is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Ghusper serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotila is 053587. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.66 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kotila 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 Kotila
According to the 2011 Census, Kotila village had a total population of 47 people, including 22 males and 25 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,136 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.68%, with male literacy at 84.21% and female literacy at 63.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47.
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 | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 6 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Kotila
Kotila 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 Kotila
Kotila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Kotila is about 40 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 Kotila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotila 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kotila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotila 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 Kotila
Where is Kotila located?
Kotila village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotila?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotila is Ghusper.
What is the pincode of Kotila?
The pincode of Kotila is 263623.
What is the population of Kotila?
Kotila had a total population of 47, including 22 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Kotila?
Kotila had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotila was 73.68%. Male literacy was 84.21% and female literacy was 63.16%.