Kotigad - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Kotigad is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 17 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Kotigad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotigad is 043937. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.05 hectares and falls under the 249145 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kotigad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotigad
According to the 2011 Census, Kotigad village had a total population of 230 people, including 87 males and 143 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,644 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.08%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 76.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 230 | 87 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 15 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 68 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 19 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Kotigad
Kotigad 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 Kotigad
Public transport in the Kotigad is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Kotigad is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kotigad is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotigad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotigad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kotigad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotigad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kotigad
Where is Kotigad located?
Kotigad village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotigad?
Kotigad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotigad?
The pincode of Kotigad is 249145.
What is the population of Kotigad?
Kotigad had a total population of 230, including 87 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Kotigad?
Kotigad had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotigad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotigad was 83.08%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 76.42%.