Kotgarh
Kotgarh is a village located in Akaltara tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Akaltara (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Kotgarh village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kotgarh unique in its vibrant Akaltara-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Kotgarh’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 Kotgarh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotgarh is 436644. The village spans a total geographical area of 440.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495552. Akaltara is nearest town to Kotgarh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Kotgarh
Population of Kotgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Kotgarh has a total population of about 2,551, with approximately 1,261 males and 1,290 females. The sex ratio is around 1022 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 389 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 492 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,000. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.35%, with male literacy at about 61.46% and female literacy near 41.47%. There are around 545 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotgarh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,551 | 1,261 | 1,290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 187 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 492 | 237 | 255 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,000 | 475 | 525 |
| Literate Population | 1,310 | 775 | 535 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,241 | 486 | 755 |
Connectivity of Kotgarh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotgarh. As per the 2011 stats, Kotgarh 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotgarh
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotgarh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotgarh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotgarh
- Where is Kotgarh located?
- Kotgarh village is situated in Akaltara Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotgarh?
- Kotgarh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kotgarh?
- The pincode of Kotgarh is 495552, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotgarh is 2,551, with 1,261 males and 1,290 females.
- How many households are there in Kotgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotgarh village has a total of 545 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotgarh is 51.35%. The male literacy rate is 61.46%, while the female literacy rate is 41.47%.