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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kothera village had a total population of 149 people, including 73 males and 76 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.27%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 83.08%.
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 | 149 | 73 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 149, including 73 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Kothera?
Kothera had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothera was 91.27%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 83.08%.