Kotna - Pati, Champawat
Kotna is a village situated in the Pati tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pati and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Kotna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotna is 053983. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.7 hectares and falls under the 262580 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Kotna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kotna
According to the 2011 Census, Kotna village had a total population of 277 people, including 139 males and 138 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.29%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 74.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 277 | 139 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 119 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 20 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Kotna
Kotna 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 Kotna
Public transport in the Kotna 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 Kotna is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Kotna is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotna 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotna 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 Kotna
Where is Kotna located?
Kotna village is located in Pati Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotna?
Kotna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotna?
The pincode of Kotna is 262580.
What is the population of Kotna?
Kotna had a total population of 277, including 139 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Kotna?
Kotna had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotna was 87.29%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 74.36%.