Koteya - Bhatgaon, Surajpur
Koteya is a village situated in the Bhatgaon tehsil of Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from Bhaiyathan and around 50 km from Ambikapur. Kotaya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koteya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koteya is 432766. The village covers a total geographical area of 349.84 hectares and falls under the 497235 pincode. Bhatgaon is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Koteya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koteya
As per Census 2011, Koteya village has a total population of 812 people, consisting of 422 males and 390 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 471 literate and 341 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 287 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koteya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 812 | 422 | 390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 57 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 287 | 145 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 276 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 341 | 146 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Koteya
Koteya 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 Koteya
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Koteya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhatgaon to Koteya is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Koteya is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koteya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koteya 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 Koteya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koteya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koteya
Where is Koteya located?
Koteya village is located in Bhatgaon Tehsil, Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koteya?
The Gram Panchayat of Koteya is Kotaya.
What is the pincode of Koteya?
The pincode of Koteya is 497235.
What is the population of Koteya?
Koteya has a total population of 812, including 422 males and 390 females.
How many households are there in Koteya?
There are 155 households in Koteya.
What is the literacy rate in Koteya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koteya is 58.00%. Male literacy is 65.40% and female literacy is 50.00%.