Kotal Gaon - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Kotal Gaon is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Kotal Gaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotal Gaon is 048965. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.52 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
Kotal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kotal Gaon
As per Census 2011, Kotal Gaon village has a total population of 303 people, consisting of 158 males and 145 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 175 literate and 128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 46 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotal Gaon are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kotal Gaon
Kotal Gaon 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 Kotal Gaon
Kotal Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Kotal Gaon is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Kotal Gaon is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotal Gaon 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 Kotal Gaon
Where is Kotal Gaon located?
Kotal Gaon village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotal Gaon?
Kotal Gaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotal Gaon?
The pincode of Kotal Gaon is 262554.
What is the population of Kotal Gaon?
Kotal Gaon has a total population of 303, including 158 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Kotal Gaon?
There are 66 households in Kotal Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kotal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotal Gaon is 57.76%. Male literacy is 63.92% and female literacy is 51.03%.