Kotha
Kotha is a village located in Kichha tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Kichha (tehsildar office) and 11km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Narayanpurgangapurpatia is the gram panchayat of Kotha village.
Here you can discover what makes Kotha unique in its vibrant Kichha-Udham Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Kotha’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 Kotha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotha is 055952. The village spans a total geographical area of 160.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263153. Rudrapur is nearest town to Kotha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kotha 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 Kichha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kotha
Population of Kotha
According to the 2011 Census, Kotha has a total population of about 741, with approximately 382 males and 359 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 135 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 514 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.35%, with male literacy at about 75.13% and female literacy near 48.75%. There are around 145 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 741 | 382 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 66 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 514 | 258 | 256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 462 | 287 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 95 | 184 |
Connectivity of Kotha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotha. As per the 2011 stats, Kotha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotha
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotha
- Where is Kotha located?
- Kotha village is situated in Kichha Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kotha is Narayanpurgangapurpatia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kotha?
- The pincode of Kotha is 263153, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotha is 741, with 382 males and 359 females.
- How many households are there in Kotha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotha village has a total of 145 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotha is 62.35%. The male literacy rate is 75.13%, while the female literacy rate is 48.75%.