Gotyani - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Gotyani is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from Kotdwara and around 113 km from Pauri. Umath Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gotyani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gotyani is 048451. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.14 hectares and falls under the 246127 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gotyani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gotyani
According to the 2011 Census, Gotyani village had a total population of 10 people, including 6 males and 4 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 50.00%.
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 | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Gotyani
Gotyani is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Umath Gaon | South-West | 0.54 km |
| Khan Garh | South-East | 1.06 km |
| Lisari | South | 1.33 km |
| Sunar Gaon | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Ubani | East | 1.64 km |
| Jugri Sain | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Kimusera | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Matkot | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Gyanpur | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Godi Badi | South | 2.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gotyani
Gotyani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.6 km.
| 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 Dogadda to Gotyani is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Gotyani is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gotyani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gotyani 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 Gotyani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gotyani 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 Gotyani
Where is Gotyani located?
Gotyani village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gotyani?
The Gram Panchayat of Gotyani is Umath Gaon.
What is the pincode of Gotyani?
The pincode of Gotyani is 246127.
What is the population of Gotyani?
Gotyani had a total population of 10, including 6 males and 4 females.
How many households are there in Gotyani?
Gotyani had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gotyani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gotyani was 80.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 50.00%.