Kothera - Barakot, Champawat
Kothera is a village situated in the Barakot tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from Lohaghat and around 38 km from Champawat. Kothera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothera is 054157. The village covers a total geographical area of 398.42 hectares and falls under the 262527 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kothera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kothera
According to the 2011 Census, Kothera village had a total population of 371 people, including 185 males and 186 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.70%, with male literacy at 93.51% and female literacy at 68.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98.
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 | 371 | 185 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 52 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 144 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 41 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Kothera
Kothera 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 Kothera
Kothera 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Kothera is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Kothera is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kothera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothera 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 Kothera
Where is Kothera located?
Kothera village is located in Barakot Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kothera?
Kothera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kothera?
The pincode of Kothera is 262527.
What is the population of Kothera?
Kothera had a total population of 371, including 185 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Kothera?
Kothera had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothera was 80.70%. Male literacy was 93.51% and female literacy was 68.52%.