Kotur - Usur, Bijapur
Kotur is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Malempenta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotur is 450938. The village falls under the 494447 pincode. Aawapalli (a.p.) is the nearest town, located about 39 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 96 people, including 48 males and 48 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 8.43%, with male literacy at 16.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 96.
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 | 96 | 48 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 48 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 41 | 48 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kotur.
| 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 Aawapalli (a.p.) to Kotur is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Kotur is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 | No | Available within <1 km |
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 Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotur is Malempenta.
What is the pincode of Kotur?
The pincode of Kotur is 494447.
What is the population of Kotur?
Kotur had a total population of 96, including 48 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Kotur?
Kotur had 19 households.