Kottapalli - Jagargunda, Sukma
Kottapalli is a village situated in the Jagargunda tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 123 km from Konta and around 195 km from Dantewada. Nagaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kottapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kottapalli is 450295. The village covers a total geographical area of 1068.885 hectares and falls under the 494114 pincode. Dornapal is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Kottapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Konta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kottapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Kottapalli village had a total population of 481 people, including 234 males and 247 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.97%, with male literacy at 21.17% and female literacy at 7.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 481.
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 | 481 | 234 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 481 | 234 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 47 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 417 | 187 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Kottapalli
Kottapalli 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 Kottapalli
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kottapalli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dornapal to Kottapalli is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Kottapalli is about 195 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kottapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kottapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kottapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kottapalli 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kottapalli
Where is Kottapalli located?
Kottapalli village is located in Jagargunda Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kottapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kottapalli is Nagaram.
What is the pincode of Kottapalli?
The pincode of Kottapalli is 494114.
What is the population of Kottapalli?
Kottapalli had a total population of 481, including 234 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Kottapalli?
Kottapalli had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kottapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kottapalli was 13.97%. Male literacy was 21.17% and female literacy was 7.20%.