Kotha - Gairsain, Chamoli
Kotha is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotha is 042003. The village covers a total geographical area of 233.85 hectares and falls under the 246431 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Kotha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kotha
As per Census 2011, Kotha village has a total population of 695 people, consisting of 275 males and 420 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 1,527 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 392 literate and 303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 695 | 275 | 420 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 61 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 51 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 181 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 94 | 209 |
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
Kotha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Karnaprayag to Kotha is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Kotha is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotha is Kota.
What is the pincode of Kotha?
The pincode of Kotha is 246431.
What is the population of Kotha?
Kotha has a total population of 695, including 275 males and 420 females.
How many households are there in Kotha?
There are 165 households in Kotha.
What is the literacy rate in Kotha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotha is 56.40%. Male literacy is 65.82% and female literacy is 50.24%.