Kota - Bironkhal, Pauri Garhwal
Kota is a village situated in the Bironkhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from Dhoomakot and around 226 km from Pauri. Mandoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kota is 046943. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.98 hectares and falls under the 246276 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Kota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaubattakhal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kota
According to the 2011 Census, Kota village had a total population of 118 people, including 57 males and 61 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,070 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.70%, with male literacy at 93.88% and female literacy at 61.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 118 | 57 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 46 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 11 | 28 |
Transport and Connectivity of Kota
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Kota is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Kota is about 226 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kota 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kota 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 Kota
Where is Kota located?
Kota village is located in Bironkhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kota?
The Gram Panchayat of Kota is Mandoli.
What is the pincode of Kota?
The pincode of Kota is 246276.
What is the population of Kota?
Kota had a total population of 118, including 57 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Kota?
Kota had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kota was 76.70%. Male literacy was 93.88% and female literacy was 61.11%.