Kotila - Dwarahat, Almora
Kotila is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kotilla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotila is 052630. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.07 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kotila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotila
As per Census 2011, Kotila village has a total population of 381 people, consisting of 159 males and 222 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,396 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 230 literate and 151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 381 | 159 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 22 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 230 | 129 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 30 | 121 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 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 Dwarahat to Kotila is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kotila is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kotila
Where is Kotila located?
Kotila village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotila?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotila is Kotilla.
What is the pincode of Kotila?
The pincode of Kotila is 263653.
What is the population of Kotila?
Kotila has a total population of 381, including 159 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Kotila?
There are 91 households in Kotila.
What is the literacy rate in Kotila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotila is 60.37%. Male literacy is 81.13% and female literacy is 45.50%.