Gotia - Kaladhungi, Nainital
Gotia is a village situated in the Kaladhungi tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaladhungi and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Awala Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gotia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gotia is 055502. The village covers a total geographical area of 6.92 hectares and falls under the 263159 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Gotia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gotia
As per Census 2011, Gotia village has a total population of 15 people, consisting of 8 males and 7 females. The village has 3 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. The village has 9 literate and 6 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gotia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 3 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Gotia
Gotia 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 Gotia
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Gotia.
| 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 Ramnagar to Gotia is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Gotia is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gotia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gotia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gotia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gotia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gotia
Where is Gotia located?
Gotia village is located in Kaladhungi Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gotia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gotia is Awala Kot.
What is the pincode of Gotia?
The pincode of Gotia is 263159.
What is the population of Gotia?
Gotia has a total population of 15, including 8 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Gotia?
There are 3 households in Gotia.
What is the literacy rate in Gotia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gotia is 60.00%. Male literacy is 62.50% and female literacy is 57.14%.