Koteshwar - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Koteshwar is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Chachrait serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koteshwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koteshwar is 049752. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.6 hectares and falls under the 262534 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Koteshwar 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koteshwar
According to the 2011 Census, Koteshwar village had a total population of 99 people, including 47 males and 52 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,106 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.95%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 84.78%.
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 | 99 | 47 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 6 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Koteshwar
Koteshwar 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 Koteshwar
Public transport in the Koteshwar 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 Didihat to Koteshwar is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Koteshwar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koteshwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koteshwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Koteshwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koteshwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koteshwar
Where is Koteshwar located?
Koteshwar village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Koteshwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Koteshwar is Chachrait.
What is the pincode of Koteshwar?
The pincode of Koteshwar is 262534.
What is the population of Koteshwar?
Koteshwar had a total population of 99, including 47 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Koteshwar?
Koteshwar had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koteshwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koteshwar was 91.95%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 84.78%.