Kota Lagga Meruwa - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Kota Lagga Meruwa is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from Kotdwara and around 86 km from Pauri. Jugar Sain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kota Lagga Meruwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kota Lagga Meruwa is 048494. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.45 hectares and falls under the 246149 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kota Lagga Meruwa 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 Kota Lagga Meruwa
As per Census 2011, Kota Lagga Meruwa village has a total population of 11 people, consisting of 5 males and 6 females. The village has 2 households and a sex ratio of 1,200 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5 literate and 6 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kota Lagga Meruwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 2 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Kota Lagga Meruwa
Kota Lagga Meruwa 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 Kota Lagga Meruwa
Public transport in the Kota Lagga Meruwa is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Kota Lagga Meruwa is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Kota Lagga Meruwa is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kota Lagga Meruwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kota Lagga Meruwa 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 Kota Lagga Meruwa
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 Lagga Meruwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kota Lagga Meruwa
Where is Kota Lagga Meruwa located?
Kota Lagga Meruwa village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kota Lagga Meruwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kota Lagga Meruwa is Jugar Sain.
What is the pincode of Kota Lagga Meruwa?
The pincode of Kota Lagga Meruwa is 246149.
What is the population of Kota Lagga Meruwa?
Kota Lagga Meruwa has a total population of 11, including 5 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Kota Lagga Meruwa?
There are 2 households in Kota Lagga Meruwa.
What is the literacy rate in Kota Lagga Meruwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kota Lagga Meruwa is 45.45%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 33.33%.