Kotur - Bhopalpattnam, Bijapur
Kotur is a village situated in the Bhopalpattnam tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhopalpattanam and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Kottur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotur is 450784. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.28 hectares and falls under the 494448 pincode. Bhopalpattanam is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kotur 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 Kotur
According to the 2011 Census, Kotur village had a total population of 463 people, including 237 males and 226 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.61%, with male literacy at 68.98% and female literacy at 24.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 350.
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 | 463 | 237 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 350 | 180 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 149 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 88 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Kotur
Kotur 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 Kotur
Kotur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Bhopalpattanam to Kotur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Kotur is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kotur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotur 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 Kotur
Where is Kotur located?
Kotur village is located in Bhopalpattnam Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotur is Kottur.
What is the pincode of Kotur?
The pincode of Kotur is 494448.
What is the population of Kotur?
Kotur had a total population of 463, including 237 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Kotur?
Kotur had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotur was 47.61%. Male literacy was 68.98% and female literacy was 24.75%.