Kothai - Ranikhet, Almora
Kothai is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Khagyar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothai is 052480. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.66 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kothai 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 Kothai
According to the 2011 Census, Kothai village had a total population of 211 people, including 101 males and 110 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,089 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.87%, with male literacy at 96.34% and female literacy at 68.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
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 | 211 | 101 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 79 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 22 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Kothai
Kothai 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 Kothai
Public transport in the Kothai is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Ranikhet to Kothai is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kothai is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kothai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothai 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 Kothai
Where is Kothai located?
Kothai village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kothai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothai is Khagyar.
What is the pincode of Kothai?
The pincode of Kothai is 263645.
What is the population of Kothai?
Kothai had a total population of 211, including 101 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Kothai?
Kothai had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothai was 80.87%. Male literacy was 96.34% and female literacy was 68.32%.