Kotyura - Dwarahat, Almora
Kotyura is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Katyura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotyura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotyura is 052775. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.81 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kotyura 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 Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotyura
According to the 2011 Census, Kotyura village had a total population of 283 people, including 119 males and 164 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,378 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.96%, with male literacy at 89.52% and female literacy at 69.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 283 | 119 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 14 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 94 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 25 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Kotyura
Kotyura 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 Kotyura
Kotyura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kotyura is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kotyura is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotyura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotyura 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 Kotyura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotyura 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 Kotyura
Where is Kotyura located?
Kotyura village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotyura?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotyura is Katyura.
What is the pincode of Kotyura?
The pincode of Kotyura is 263653.
What is the population of Kotyura?
Kotyura had a total population of 283, including 119 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Kotyura?
Kotyura had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotyura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotyura was 77.96%. Male literacy was 89.52% and female literacy was 69.29%.