Kotali - Bhikiasain, Almora
Kotali is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Bhikiyasain and around 112 km from Almora. Thapala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotali is 051703. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.5 hectares and falls under the 263680 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Kotali 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotali
According to the 2011 Census, Kotali village had a total population of 64 people, including 27 males and 37 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,370 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.18%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 65.71%.
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 | 64 | 27 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 20 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 7 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Kotali
Kotali 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 Kotali
Kotali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ranikhet to Kotali is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kotali is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotali 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kotali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotali
Where is Kotali located?
Kotali village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotali?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotali is Thapala.
What is the pincode of Kotali?
The pincode of Kotali is 263680.
What is the population of Kotali?
Kotali had a total population of 64, including 27 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Kotali?
Kotali had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotali was 78.18%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 65.71%.