Koti - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Koti is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Koti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koti is 040135. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.35 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Koti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koti
As per Census 2011, Koti village has a total population of 289 people, consisting of 144 males and 145 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 176 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 289 | 144 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | - | 5 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 102 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 42 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Koti
Koti 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 Koti
Koti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Koti is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Koti is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Koti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Koti
Where is Koti located?
Koti village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koti?
Koti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koti?
The pincode of Koti is 249185.
What is the population of Koti?
Koti has a total population of 289, including 144 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Koti?
There are 59 households in Koti.
What is the literacy rate in Koti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koti is 60.90%. Male literacy is 70.83% and female literacy is 51.03%.