Kotrapal - Bhairamgarh, Bijapur
Kotrapal is a village situated in the Bhairamgarh tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhairamgarh and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Kotrapal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotrapal is 451226. The village covers a total geographical area of 1029.32 hectares and falls under the 494450 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Kotrapal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotrapal
According to the 2011 Census, Kotrapal village had a total population of 469 people, including 207 males and 262 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 1,266 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 7.69%, with male literacy at 16.46% and female literacy at 0.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 463.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 469 | 207 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 43 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 463 | 204 | 259 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 27 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 180 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Kotrapal
Kotrapal 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 Kotrapal
Public transport in the Kotrapal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dantewada to Kotrapal is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Kotrapal is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotrapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotrapal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotrapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotrapal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotrapal
Where is Kotrapal located?
Kotrapal village is located in Bhairamgarh Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotrapal?
Kotrapal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotrapal?
The pincode of Kotrapal is 494450.
What is the population of Kotrapal?
Kotrapal had a total population of 469, including 207 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Kotrapal?
Kotrapal had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotrapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotrapal was 7.69%. Male literacy was 16.46% and female literacy was 0.94%.