Kotal Gaon
Kotal Gaon is a village located in Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Munsiari (tehsildar office) and 123km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Kotal Gaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kotal Gaon unique in its vibrant Munsiari-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Kotal Gaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kotal Gaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotal Gaon is 048965. The village spans a total geographical area of 138.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262554. Didihat is nearest town to Kotal Gaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 84km away.
Google Map of Kotal Gaon
Population of Kotal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kotal Gaon has a total population of about 303, with approximately 158 males and 145 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 43 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 86 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 46. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.76%, with male literacy at about 63.92% and female literacy near 51.03%. There are around 66 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotal Gaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 303 | 158 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 36 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 101 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 57 | 71 |
Connectivity of Kotal Gaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotal Gaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kotal Gaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotal Gaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotal Gaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotal Gaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotal Gaon
- Where is Kotal Gaon located?
- Kotal Gaon village is situated in Munsiari Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotal Gaon?
- Kotal Gaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kotal Gaon?
- The pincode of Kotal Gaon is 262554, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotal Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotal Gaon is 303, with 158 males and 145 females.
- How many households are there in Kotal Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotal Gaon village has a total of 66 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotal Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotal Gaon is 57.76%. The male literacy rate is 63.92%, while the female literacy rate is 51.03%.