Kothar - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Kothar is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 71 km from Devprayag and around 90 km from New Tehri. Kothar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothar is 043285. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.78 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kothar 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 Kothar
As per Census 2011, Kothar village has a total population of 950 people, consisting of 426 males and 524 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 1,230 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 658 literate and 292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 380 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 950 | 426 | 524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 82 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 380 | 185 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 658 | 324 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 102 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Kothar
Kothar 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 Kothar
Kothar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Karnaprayag to Kothar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kothar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kothar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothar 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 Kothar
Where is Kothar located?
Kothar village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothar?
Kothar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kothar?
The pincode of Kothar is 249161.
What is the population of Kothar?
Kothar has a total population of 950, including 426 males and 524 females.
How many households are there in Kothar?
There are 191 households in Kothar.
What is the literacy rate in Kothar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothar is 69.26%. Male literacy is 76.06% and female literacy is 63.74%.