Kothar - Gairsain, Chamoli
Kothar is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Dungri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothar is 041922. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.88 hectares and falls under the 246428 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Kothar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kothar
According to the 2011 Census, Kothar village had a total population of 116 people, including 46 males and 70 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,522 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.41%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 68.33%.
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 | 116 | 46 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 37 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 9 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Kothar
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 Kothar
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 | 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 Karnaprayag to Kothar is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Kothar is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothar 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 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 Kothar 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 Kothar
Where is Kothar located?
Kothar village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kothar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothar is Dungri.
What is the pincode of Kothar?
The pincode of Kothar is 246428.
What is the population of Kothar?
Kothar had a total population of 116, including 46 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Kothar?
Kothar had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothar was 80.41%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 68.33%.