Kotgaon
Kotgaon is a village located in Kurud tehsil of Dhamtari district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Kurud (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Dhamtari. As per 2009 stats, Kotgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kotgaon unique in its vibrant Kurud-Dhamtari region. You’ll see Kotgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kotgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotgaon is 446851. The village spans a total geographical area of 304.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 492109. Abhanpur is nearest town to Kotgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Kotgaon
Population of Kotgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kotgaon has a total population of about 938, with approximately 464 males and 474 females. The sex ratio is around 1021 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 144 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 302 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 150. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.63%, with male literacy at about 77.80% and female literacy near 55.70%. There are around 189 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 938 | 464 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 64 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 302 | 144 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 74 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 625 | 361 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 103 | 210 |
Connectivity of Kotgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kotgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotgaon
- Where is Kotgaon located?
- Kotgaon village is situated in Kurud Tehsil, within the Dhamtari district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotgaon?
- Kotgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kotgaon?
- The pincode of Kotgaon is 492109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotgaon is 938, with 464 males and 474 females.
- How many households are there in Kotgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotgaon village has a total of 189 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotgaon is 66.63%. The male literacy rate is 77.80%, while the female literacy rate is 55.70%.