Kotgaon
Kotgaon is a village located in Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Mori (tehsildar office) and 191km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Kotgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kotgaon unique in its vibrant Mori-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Kotgaon’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 Kotgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotgaon is 040228. The village spans a total geographical area of 342.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249128. Barkot is nearest town to Kotgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 81km away.
Google Map of Kotgaon
Population of Kotgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kotgaon has a total population of about 975, with approximately 480 males and 495 females. The sex ratio is around 1031 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 139 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 179 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 49.54%, with male literacy at about 62.92% and female literacy near 36.57%. There are around 195 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 975 | 480 | 495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 59 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 88 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 483 | 302 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 492 | 178 | 314 |
Connectivity of Kotgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kotgaon 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 Kotgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotgaon
- Where is Kotgaon located?
- Kotgaon village is situated in Mori Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotgaon?
- Kotgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kotgaon?
- The pincode of Kotgaon is 249128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotgaon is 975, with 480 males and 495 females.
- How many households are there in Kotgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotgaon village has a total of 195 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotgaon is 49.54%. The male literacy rate is 62.92%, while the female literacy rate is 36.57%.