Aswal Kotyoura - Ranikhet, Almora
Aswal Kotyoura is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Aswal Katura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aswal Kotyoura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aswal Kotyoura is 052335. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.4 hectares and falls under the 263664 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Aswal Kotyoura 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 Aswal Kotyoura
According to the 2011 Census, Aswal Kotyoura village had a total population of 140 people, including 55 males and 85 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,545 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.25%, with male literacy at 86.36% and female literacy at 49.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 140 | 55 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 17 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Aswal Kotyoura
Aswal Kotyoura 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 Aswal Kotyoura
Aswal Kotyoura 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Aswal Kotyoura is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Aswal Kotyoura is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aswal Kotyoura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aswal Kotyoura 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 Aswal Kotyoura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aswal Kotyoura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aswal Kotyoura
Where is Aswal Kotyoura located?
Aswal Kotyoura village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Aswal Kotyoura?
The Gram Panchayat of Aswal Kotyoura is Aswal Katura.
What is the pincode of Aswal Kotyoura?
The pincode of Aswal Kotyoura is 263664.
What is the population of Aswal Kotyoura?
Aswal Kotyoura had a total population of 140, including 55 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Aswal Kotyoura?
Aswal Kotyoura had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aswal Kotyoura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aswal Kotyoura was 63.25%. Male literacy was 86.36% and female literacy was 49.32%.