Kotuwa
Kotuwa is a village located in Chakrata tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Chakrata (tehsildar office) and 140km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Kohla is the gram panchayat of Kotuwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Kotuwa unique in its vibrant Chakrata-Dehradun region. You’ll see Kotuwa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kotuwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotuwa is 044659. The village spans a total geographical area of 403.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248123. Chakrata is nearest town to Kotuwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Kotuwa
Population of Kotuwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kotuwa has a total population of about 331, with approximately 168 males and 163 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 60 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 78 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 253. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.98%, with male literacy at about 66.67% and female literacy near 42.94%. There are around 26 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotuwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 331 | 168 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 21 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 35 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 253 | 133 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 112 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 56 | 93 |
Connectivity of Kotuwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotuwa. As per the 2011 stats, Kotuwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotuwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotuwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotuwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotuwa
- Where is Kotuwa located?
- Kotuwa village is situated in Chakrata Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotuwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kotuwa is Kohla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kotuwa?
- The pincode of Kotuwa is 248123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotuwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotuwa is 331, with 168 males and 163 females.
- How many households are there in Kotuwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotuwa village has a total of 26 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotuwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotuwa is 54.98%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 42.94%.