Kotara
About Kotara
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kotara village is 434903. Kotara village is located in Raigarh tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 11km away from Raigarh, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kotara village. As per 2009 stats, Kotara village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 482.62 hectares. Kotara has a total population of 1,606 peoples, out of which male population is 826 while female population is 780. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 944 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kotara village is 68.68% out of which 76.63% males and 60.26% females are literate. There are about 473 houses in kotara village. Pincode of kotara village locality is 496001.
When it comes to administration, Kotara village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kotara village comes under Kharsia Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency. Raigarh is nearest town to kotara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Kotara
The population details of Kotara cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,606 | 826 | 780 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 170 | 97 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 281 | 152 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 487 | 240 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 1,103 | 633 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 503 | 193 | 310 |
Connectivity of Kotara
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kotara
Where is Kotara located?
Kotara village is situated in Raigarh Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotara?
Kotara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kotara?
The pincode of Kotara is 496001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kotara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotara is 1,606, with 826 males and 780 females.
How many households are there in Kotara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kotara village has a total of 473 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotara is 68.68%. The male literacy rate is 76.63%, while the female literacy rate is 60.26%.