Kotuligunth - Kafligair, Bageshwar
Kotuligunth is a village situated in the Kafligair tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from Bageshwar and around 32 km from Bageshwar. Okhalisirod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotuligunth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotuligunth is 051179. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.57 hectares and falls under the 263628 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kotuligunth 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 Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotuligunth
According to the 2011 Census, Kotuligunth village had a total population of 44 people, including 22 males and 22 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.18%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 73.68%.
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 | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 2 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Kotuligunth
Kotuligunth 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 Kotuligunth
Kotuligunth 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 Bageshwar to Kotuligunth is about 32 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 Kotuligunth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotuligunth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kotuligunth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotuligunth 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kotuligunth
Where is Kotuligunth located?
Kotuligunth village is located in Kafligair Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotuligunth?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotuligunth is Okhalisirod.
What is the pincode of Kotuligunth?
The pincode of Kotuligunth is 263628.
What is the population of Kotuligunth?
Kotuligunth had a total population of 44, including 22 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Kotuligunth?
Kotuligunth had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotuligunth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotuligunth was 87.18%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 73.68%.