Kotalisain - Rikhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Kotalisain is a village situated in the Rikhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 60 km from Lansdowne and around 150 km from Pauri. Kotari Walli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotalisain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotalisain is 047654. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.37 hectares and falls under the 246179 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Kotalisain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Kotalisain
According to the 2011 Census, Kotalisain village had a total population of 112 people, including 52 males and 60 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,154 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.22%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 70.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 112 | 52 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 12 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Kotalisain
Kotalisain 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 Kotalisain
Kotalisain is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Kotalisain is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Kotalisain is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotalisain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotalisain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kotalisain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotalisain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kotalisain
Where is Kotalisain located?
Kotalisain village is located in Rikhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotalisain?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotalisain is Kotari Walli.
What is the pincode of Kotalisain?
The pincode of Kotalisain is 246179.
What is the population of Kotalisain?
Kotalisain had a total population of 112, including 52 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Kotalisain?
Kotalisain had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotalisain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotalisain was 80.22%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 70.21%.