Kothi Gadhni - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Kothi Gadhni is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 75 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Gujetha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothi Gadhni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothi Gadhni is 043240. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.35 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kothi Gadhni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kothi Gadhni
As per Census 2011, Kothi Gadhni village has a total population of 119 people, consisting of 56 males and 63 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 1,125 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 78 literate and 41 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothi Gadhni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 119 | 56 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 46 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 10 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Kothi Gadhni
Kothi Gadhni is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pharasuli | West | 1.29 km |
| Khobar | South | 1.43 km |
| Talyakot | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Mathiyan Gaon | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Jandrawana Gaon | West | 2.01 km |
| Silgarh | South-West | 2.17 km |
| Pharaswan Gaon | West | 2.49 km |
| Basuli | East | 2.56 km |
| Nail Toranu | North | 2.57 km |
| Patakhal | North-East | 2.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kothi Gadhni
Public transport in the Kothi Gadhni is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.4 km.
| 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 Srinagar to Kothi Gadhni is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kothi Gadhni is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothi Gadhni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothi Gadhni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kothi Gadhni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothi Gadhni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kothi Gadhni
Where is Kothi Gadhni located?
Kothi Gadhni village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothi Gadhni?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothi Gadhni is Gujetha.
What is the pincode of Kothi Gadhni?
The pincode of Kothi Gadhni is 249161.
What is the population of Kothi Gadhni?
Kothi Gadhni has a total population of 119, including 56 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Kothi Gadhni?
There are 23 households in Kothi Gadhni.
What is the literacy rate in Kothi Gadhni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothi Gadhni is 65.55%. Male literacy is 82.14% and female literacy is 50.79%.