Pora Kothal - Ranikhet, Almora
Pora Kothal is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Papne Kothar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pora Kothal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pora Kothal is 052410. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.76 hectares and falls under the 263663 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Pora Kothal 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 Pora Kothal
According to the 2011 Census, Pora Kothal village had a total population of 204 people, including 92 males and 112 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,217 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.41%, with male literacy at 89.74% and female literacy at 82.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55.
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 | 204 | 92 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 70 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 22 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Pora Kothal
Pora Kothal 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 Pora Kothal
Pora Kothal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Pora Kothal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Pora Kothal is about 70 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 Pora Kothal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pora Kothal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pora Kothal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pora Kothal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pora Kothal
Where is Pora Kothal located?
Pora Kothal village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pora Kothal?
The Gram Panchayat of Pora Kothal is Papne Kothar.
What is the pincode of Pora Kothal?
The pincode of Pora Kothal is 263663.
What is the population of Pora Kothal?
Pora Kothal had a total population of 204, including 92 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Pora Kothal?
Pora Kothal had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pora Kothal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pora Kothal was 85.41%. Male literacy was 89.74% and female literacy was 82.24%.