Kotni
Kotni is a village located in Durg tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from Durg, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kotni village. As per 2009 stats, Kotni village is also a gram panchayat.
Kotni has its own place in the vibrant Durg region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kotni
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotni is 442572. The village spans a total geographical area of 347.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491001. Durg is nearest town to Kotni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kotni village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Durg-rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Durg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kotni
Population of Kotni
Below is a concise population overview of Kotni as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,958 | 985 | 973 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 145 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 300 | 145 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 1,253 | 736 | 517 |
| Illiterate Population | 705 | 249 | 456 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kotni village:
- The total population of Kotni village is around 1,958, including approximately 985 males and 973 females, with a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 300 children aged 0–6 years in Kotni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kotni village has 34 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 300 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kotni village is about 63.99%, with male literacy at 74.72% and female literacy at 53.13%.
- There are around 388 households in Kotni village.
Connectivity of Kotni
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotni. As per the 2011 stats, Kotni 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotni
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotni.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotni
- Where is Kotni located?
- Kotni village is situated in Durg Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotni?
- Kotni serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kotni?
- The pincode of Kotni is 491001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotni is 1,958, with 985 males and 973 females.
- How many households are there in Kotni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotni village has a total of 388 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotni is 63.99%. The male literacy rate is 74.72%, while the female literacy rate is 53.13%.