Koti - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Koti is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Koti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koti is 041483. The village covers a total geographical area of 294.87 hectares and falls under the 246444 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Koti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Koti
According to the 2011 Census, Koti village had a total population of 539 people, including 249 males and 290 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 1,165 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.10%, with male literacy at 88.00% and female literacy at 63.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 239.
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 | 539 | 249 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 117 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 198 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 51 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Koti
Koti 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 Koti
Koti 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 5-10 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 Koti is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Koti is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Koti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koti
Where is Koti located?
Koti village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Koti?
Koti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koti?
The pincode of Koti is 246444.
What is the population of Koti?
Koti had a total population of 539, including 249 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Koti?
Koti had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koti was 75.10%. Male literacy was 88.00% and female literacy was 63.98%.