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Kotdwar

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Sidhbali Mandir, Kotdwara
Sidhbali Mandir, Kotdwara

Kotdwar is a city, municipal corporation in Pauri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India. It is just 101 km from Pauri, the district headquarter. It is the eighth-largest city in Uttarakhand. Its old name was "Kootdwar", which means the gateway of the high hill Koot since it is located on the bank of river Khoh. It is situated in the southwestern part of the state and is one of the main entrance points in the state of Uttarakhand. Initially isolated and less known, it came into prominence when it was connected with rails in 1890 by the British. Kotdwar is famous for its well-known and holy Sidhbali Temple which is situated 2 km (1.2 mi) from Kotdwar. Sidhbali Temple is dedicated to Lord Hanuman and is visited by millions of believers all around the year.

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Kotdwar railway station

Kotdwar railway station (station code: KTW) is a railway station in Uttarakhand, India. It is operated by Indian Railways situated under the Northern railway zone. It is located off NH 534 near the Bus Stand Road in Kotdwar, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. The station boasts 1 platform and offers basic amenities like waiting rooms and refreshment stalls. Travelers can find local shops, auto-rickshaws, and bus services readily available outside the station, making it a convenient hub for exploring the surrounding areas. It was established during the British Raj, which is planned to be renewed, and the foundation stone was led by Narendra Modi.

Kotdwar Assembly constituency
Kotdwar Assembly constituency

Kotdwar Legislative Assembly constituency Vidhan Sabha constituency is one of the 70 assembly constituencies of Uttarakhand, a northern state of India. Kotdwar is a part of Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency.

Kashirampur

Kashirampur is a census town in Pauri Garhwal District in the Indian state of Uttarakhand.