Kotnapani - Kukdur, Kabeerdham
Kotnapani is a village situated in the Kukdur tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from Pandariya and around 65 km from Kawardha. Amaniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotnapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotnapani is 439767. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.43 hectares and falls under the 491559 pincode. Pandariya is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kotnapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandariya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotnapani
According to the 2011 Census, Kotnapani village had a total population of 75 people, including 44 males and 31 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 705 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.30%, with male literacy at 35.90% and female literacy at 22.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 73.
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 | 75 | 44 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 42 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 30 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Kotnapani
Kotnapani 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 Kotnapani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kotnapani. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kotnapani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandariya to Kotnapani is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Kotnapani is about 65 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 Kotnapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotnapani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kotnapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotnapani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kotnapani
Where is Kotnapani located?
Kotnapani village is located in Kukdur Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotnapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotnapani is Amaniya.
What is the pincode of Kotnapani?
The pincode of Kotnapani is 491559.
What is the population of Kotnapani?
Kotnapani had a total population of 75, including 44 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Kotnapani?
Kotnapani had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotnapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotnapani was 30.30%. Male literacy was 35.90% and female literacy was 22.22%.