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
As per Census 2011, Kotur village has a total population of 463 people, consisting of 237 males and 226 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 199 literate and 264 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 350 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 463, including 237 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Kotur?
There are 116 households in Kotur.
What is the literacy rate in Kotur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotur is 42.98%. Male literacy is 62.87% and female literacy is 22.12%.