Papne Kothar - Ranikhet, Almora
Papne Kothar 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 69 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Papne Kothar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papne Kothar is 052411. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.28 hectares and falls under the 263663 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Papne Kothar 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 Papne Kothar
According to the 2011 Census, Papne Kothar village had a total population of 296 people, including 122 males and 174 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,426 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.81%, with male literacy at 96.23% and female literacy at 73.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45.
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 | 296 | 122 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 16 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 17 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 102 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 20 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Papne Kothar
Papne Kothar 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 Papne Kothar
Papne Kothar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Papne Kothar is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Papne Kothar is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Papne Kothar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papne Kothar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Papne Kothar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papne Kothar 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 Papne Kothar
Where is Papne Kothar located?
Papne Kothar village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Papne Kothar?
Papne Kothar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Papne Kothar?
The pincode of Papne Kothar is 263663.
What is the population of Papne Kothar?
Papne Kothar had a total population of 296, including 122 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Papne Kothar?
Papne Kothar had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Papne Kothar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papne Kothar was 82.81%. Male literacy was 96.23% and female literacy was 73.33%.