Kotali - Okhalkanda, Nainital
Kotali is a village situated in the Okhalkanda tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 80 km from Dhari and around 120 km from Nainital. Kotali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotali is 055019. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.7 hectares and falls under the 263157 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Kotali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nainital Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotali
According to the 2011 Census, Kotali village had a total population of 430 people, including 217 males and 213 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.03%, with male literacy at 95.81% and female literacy at 59.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 430 | 217 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 50 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 26 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 160 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 57 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Kotali
Kotali 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 Kotali
Kotali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhimtal to Kotali is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Kotali is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotali 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 Kotali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotali 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 Kotali
Where is Kotali located?
Kotali village is located in Okhalkanda Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotali?
Kotali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotali?
The pincode of Kotali is 263157.
What is the population of Kotali?
Kotali had a total population of 430, including 217 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Kotali?
Kotali had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotali was 77.03%. Male literacy was 95.81% and female literacy was 59.32%.