Kotuli Purniya - Ranikhet, Almora
Kotuli Purniya is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Aabhyadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotuli Purniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotuli Purniya is 052388. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.44 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kotuli Purniya 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 Kotuli Purniya
According to the 2011 Census, Kotuli Purniya village had a total population of 58 people, including 23 males and 35 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,522 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.68%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 62.86%.
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 | 58 | 23 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 3 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Kotuli Purniya
Kotuli Purniya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gangora | South-East | 0.82 km |
| Bhagina | North-West | 0.92 km |
| Mawara Mafi | North | 0.97 km |
| Gouloli | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Tari Juli | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Kunkoli | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Sindur Khand | West | 1.55 km |
| Nail | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Ladholi | North | 1.62 km |
| Bagwali Rawtila | South-East | 1.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotuli Purniya
Kotuli Purniya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.4 km.
| 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 Ranikhet to Kotuli Purniya is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kotuli Purniya 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 Kotuli Purniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotuli Purniya 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kotuli Purniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotuli Purniya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotuli Purniya
Where is Kotuli Purniya located?
Kotuli Purniya village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotuli Purniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotuli Purniya is Aabhyadi.
What is the pincode of Kotuli Purniya?
The pincode of Kotuli Purniya is 263645.
What is the population of Kotuli Purniya?
Kotuli Purniya had a total population of 58, including 23 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Kotuli Purniya?
Kotuli Purniya had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotuli Purniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotuli Purniya was 73.68%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 62.86%.