Kotpad
Kotpad is a village located in Farasgaon tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Farasgaon (tehsildar office) and 130km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Kotpad village is also a gram panchayat.
Kotpad has its own place in the vibrant Bastar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kotpad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotpad is 448991. The village spans a total geographical area of 501.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494228. Farasgaon is nearest town to Kotpad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
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Population of Kotpad
Below is a concise population overview of Kotpad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 693 | 341 | 352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 45 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 377 | 176 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 399 | 229 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 112 | 182 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kotpad village:
- The total population of Kotpad village is around 693, including approximately 341 males and 352 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 95 children aged 0–6 years in Kotpad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kotpad village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 377 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kotpad village is about 57.58%, with male literacy at 67.16% and female literacy at 48.30%.
- There are around 155 households in Kotpad village.
Connectivity of Kotpad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotpad. As per the 2011 stats, Kotpad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotpad
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotpad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotpad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotpad
- Where is Kotpad located?
- Kotpad village is situated in Farasgaon Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotpad?
- Kotpad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kotpad?
- The pincode of Kotpad is 494228, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotpad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotpad is 693, with 341 males and 352 females.
- How many households are there in Kotpad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotpad village has a total of 155 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotpad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotpad is 57.58%. The male literacy rate is 67.16%, while the female literacy rate is 48.30%.