Kothera - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Kothera is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Devsal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothera is 042102. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.6 hectares and falls under the 246471 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kothera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kothera
As per Census 2011, Kothera village has a total population of 149 people, consisting of 73 males and 76 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 115 literate and 34 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 149 | 73 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 61 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 12 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Kothera
Kothera 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 Kothera
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kothera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rudraprayag to Kothera is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kothera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothera 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kothera
Where is Kothera located?
Kothera village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothera?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothera is Devsal.
What is the pincode of Kothera?
The pincode of Kothera is 246471.
What is the population of Kothera?
Kothera has a total population of 149, including 73 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Kothera?
There are 32 households in Kothera.
What is the literacy rate in Kothera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothera is 77.18%. Male literacy is 83.56% and female literacy is 71.05%.