Kotuli - Ranikhet, Almora
Kotuli is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Suniya Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotuli is 052563. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.77 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kotuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kotuli
According to the 2011 Census, Kotuli village had a total population of 36 people, including 18 males and 18 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.41%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 61.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 2 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Kotuli
Kotuli 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 Kotuli
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kotuli.
| 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 Almora to Kotuli is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotuli 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 Kotuli
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 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kotuli
Where is Kotuli located?
Kotuli village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotuli is Suniya Kot.
What is the pincode of Kotuli?
The pincode of Kotuli is 263645.
What is the population of Kotuli?
Kotuli had a total population of 36, including 18 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Kotuli?
Kotuli had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotuli was 79.41%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 61.11%.