Kota - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Kota is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from Lansdowne and around 103 km from Pauri. Kotakhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kota is 047413. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.93 hectares and falls under the 246129 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 19 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 Lansdowne 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 19 people, including 6 males and 13 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 2,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.44%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 91.67%.
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 | 19 | 6 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Kota
Kota 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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Lansdowne to Kota is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Kota is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 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 >10 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 Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kota?
The Gram Panchayat of Kota is Kotakhal.
What is the pincode of Kota?
The pincode of Kota is 246129.
What is the population of Kota?
Kota had a total population of 19, including 6 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Kota?
Kota had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kota was 94.44%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 91.67%.