Kothiya - Jakhani Dhar, Tehri Garhwal
Kothiya is a village situated in the Jakhani Dhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from Jakhnidhar and around 80 km from New Tehri. Punanu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothiya is 043715. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.19 hectares and falls under the 249121 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Kothiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kothiya
According to the 2011 Census, Kothiya village had a total population of 103 people, including 40 males and 63 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,575 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.17%, with male literacy at 80.56% and female literacy at 54.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55.
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 | 103 | 40 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 4 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 18 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 11 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Kothiya
Kothiya 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 Kothiya
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kothiya.
| 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 Tehri to Kothiya is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kothiya is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothiya 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kothiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothiya 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 Kothiya
Where is Kothiya located?
Kothiya village is located in Jakhani Dhar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothiya is Punanu.
What is the pincode of Kothiya?
The pincode of Kothiya is 249121.
What is the population of Kothiya?
Kothiya had a total population of 103, including 40 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Kothiya?
Kothiya had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothiya was 65.17%. Male literacy was 80.56% and female literacy was 54.72%.