Kotar - Pawkidevi, Tehri Garhwal
Kotar is a village situated in the Pawkidevi tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 56 km from Narendra Nagar and around 125 km from New Tehri. Kotar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotar is 044507. The village covers a total geographical area of 209.89 hectares and falls under the 249192 pincode. Muni Ki Reti is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kotar 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 Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotar
According to the 2011 Census, Kotar village had a total population of 492 people, including 260 males and 232 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.69%, with male literacy at 90.50% and female literacy at 58.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 492 | 260 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 60 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 298 | 181 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 79 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Kotar
Kotar 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 Kotar
Kotar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Muni Ki Reti to Kotar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kotar is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotar 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 Kotar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotar 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 Kotar
Where is Kotar located?
Kotar village is located in Pawkidevi Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotar?
Kotar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotar?
The pincode of Kotar is 249192.
What is the population of Kotar?
Kotar had a total population of 492, including 260 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Kotar?
Kotar had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotar was 74.69%. Male literacy was 90.50% and female literacy was 58.79%.