Kottaguda - Usur, Bijapur
Kottaguda is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Chipurbhatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kottaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kottaguda is 450889. The village covers a total geographical area of 422.64 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 210 km away.
Kottaguda 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 Kottaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Kottaguda village had a total population of 311 people, including 157 males and 154 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.39%, with male literacy at 22.56% and female literacy at 16.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 176.
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 | 311 | 157 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 87 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 30 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 127 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Kottaguda
Kottaguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Basaguda | North | 1.77 km |
| Pakela | South | 1.87 km |
| Rajpeta | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Sarkeguda | East | 2.77 km |
| Baknagulguda | East | 2.91 km |
| Hirapur | North-West | 3.14 km |
| Kasiguda | North | 3.15 km |
| Dholeguda | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Futkel | West | 3.61 km |
| Pegdapalli | South-East | 3.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kottaguda
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kottaguda. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagdalpur to Kottaguda is about 210 km, with a usual travel time of around ~6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Kottaguda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kottaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kottaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kottaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kottaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kottaguda
Where is Kottaguda located?
Kottaguda village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kottaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kottaguda is Chipurbhatti.
What is the pincode of Kottaguda?
The pincode of Kottaguda is 494447.
What is the population of Kottaguda?
Kottaguda had a total population of 311, including 157 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Kottaguda?
Kottaguda had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kottaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kottaguda was 19.39%. Male literacy was 22.56% and female literacy was 16.15%.