Kotigad
Kotigad is a village located in Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Tehri (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Kotigad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kotigad unique in its vibrant Tehri-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Kotigad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kotigad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotigad is 043937. The village spans a total geographical area of 50.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249130. Tehri is nearest town to Kotigad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kotigad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kotigad
Population of Kotigad
According to the 2011 Census, Kotigad has a total population of about 230, with approximately 87 males and 143 females. The sex ratio is around 1643 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 35 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.43%, with male literacy at about 78.16% and female literacy near 65.73%. There are around 62 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotigad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 230 | 87 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 162 | 68 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 19 | 49 |
Connectivity of Kotigad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotigad. As per the 2011 stats, Kotigad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotigad
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotigad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotigad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotigad
- Where is Kotigad located?
- Kotigad village is situated in Tehri Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotigad?
- Kotigad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kotigad?
- The pincode of Kotigad is 249130, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotigad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotigad is 230, with 87 males and 143 females.
- How many households are there in Kotigad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotigad village has a total of 62 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotigad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotigad is 70.43%. The male literacy rate is 78.16%, while the female literacy rate is 65.73%.