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.
Here you can discover what makes Kotpad unique in its vibrant Farasgaon-Bastar region. You’ll see Kotpad’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 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.
Google Map of Kotpad
Population of Kotpad
According to the 2011 Census, Kotpad has a total population of about 693, with approximately 341 males and 352 females. The sex ratio is around 1032 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 95 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 377. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.58%, with male literacy at about 67.16% and female literacy near 48.30%. There are around 155 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotpad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.