Kotari - Lalpur Thana, Mungeli
Kotari is a village situated in the Lalpur Thana tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from Lormi and around 60 km from Bilaspur. Kotri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotari is 437852. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.78 hectares and falls under the 495115 pincode. Lormi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kotari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotari
According to the 2011 Census, Kotari village had a total population of 1,103 people, including 546 males and 557 females, living in 265 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.95%, with male literacy at 78.49% and female literacy at 51.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 216.
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 | 1,103 | 546 | 557 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 123 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 216 | 111 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 554 | 332 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 214 | 335 |
Nearby Villages of Kotari
Kotari 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 Kotari
Kotari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lormi to Kotari is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Kotari is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kotari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kotari
Where is Kotari located?
Kotari village is located in Lalpur Thana Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotari is Kotri.
What is the pincode of Kotari?
The pincode of Kotari is 495115.
What is the population of Kotari?
Kotari had a total population of 1,103, including 546 males and 557 females.
How many households are there in Kotari?
Kotari had 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotari was 64.95%. Male literacy was 78.49% and female literacy was 51.63%.