Kotara - Ranikhet, Almora
Kotara is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Gumta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotara is 052454. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.47 hectares and falls under the 263663 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Kotara 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 Kotara
According to the 2011 Census, Kotara village had a total population of 162 people, including 69 males and 93 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,348 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.93%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 82.72%.
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 | 162 | 69 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 58 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 11 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Kotara
Kotara 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 Kotara
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kotara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Kotara is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kotara is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotara 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kotara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotara 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kotara
Where is Kotara located?
Kotara village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotara is Gumta.
What is the pincode of Kotara?
The pincode of Kotara is 263663.
What is the population of Kotara?
Kotara had a total population of 162, including 69 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Kotara?
Kotara had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotara was 89.93%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 82.72%.