Kotha - Syalde, Almora
Kotha is a village situated in the Syalde tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from Bhikiyasain and around 142 km from Almora. Barangal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotha is 051513. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.1 hectares and falls under the 263659 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 119 km away.
Kotha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salt Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotha
As per Census 2011, Kotha village has a total population of 60 people, consisting of 27 males and 33 females. The village has 9 households and a sex ratio of 1,222 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 41 literate and 19 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 3 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Kotha
Kotha 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 Kotha
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kotha.
| 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 Ramnagar to Kotha is about 119 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kotha is about 142 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotha 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 Kotha
Where is Kotha located?
Kotha village is located in Syalde Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotha is Barangal.
What is the pincode of Kotha?
The pincode of Kotha is 263659.
What is the population of Kotha?
Kotha has a total population of 60, including 27 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Kotha?
There are 9 households in Kotha.
What is the literacy rate in Kotha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotha is 68.33%. Male literacy is 88.89% and female literacy is 51.52%.