Kotdwara is the largest trade hub of the Pauri Garhwal district as it is well connected with major cities via Roads and Railways. Kotdwara is one of the gateways of Uttarakhand state situated in the foothills of the Shivalik range. Kotwdara is on the border of Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh making it easier for business trades and practices. Most of the trade activities of Pauri Garhwal district are done in Kotdwara. Kotdwara is situated at an elevation of 395mts above sea level in the Pauri Garhwal district at a distance of 196kms from Delhi which can be covered in 5-6hrs of time. Kotdwara is the hottest place of the Pauri Garhwal district and it is better to visit this place during monsoons and during winters. Kotdwara is a comfortable destination offering beautiful and scenic excursions like Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal etc. Kotdwara is situated on the banks of river Khoh. You can explore the pastoral life in the villages near Kotdwar. The education provided in Kotdwar is effective as the literacy rate of Kotdwara is 70% which is more than the literacy rate of India. The beauty and location of Kotdwar was tempting since very beginning as the place was ruled by Mauryan Empire under Asoka the great, Katyuri dynasty, Pawar dynasty and the Gorkhas of Nepal.
Location of Kotdwara:
Kotdwara is located in the foothills of the Shivalik range of the majestic Himalayas. Kotdwara is situated at an elevation of 395mts above sea level on the border of Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh. Kotdwar is situated 196kms from Delhi situated in the Pauri Garhwal district of the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand state.