Koteya Village - Pratappur, Surajpur
Koteya is a village situated in the Pratappur tehsil of Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from Pratappur and around 50 km from Ambikapur. Koteya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koteya is 432286. The village covers a total geographical area of 1223.05 hectares and falls under the 496223 pincode. Pratappur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Koteya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Koteya
As per Census 2011, Koteya village has a total population of 1,951 people, consisting of 979 males and 972 females. The village has 439 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 312 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 873 literate and 1,078 illiterate residents. Additionally, 227 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 675 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koteya are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,951 | 979 | 972 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 156 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 111 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 675 | 335 | 340 |
| Literate Population | 873 | 537 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,078 | 442 | 636 |
Nearby Villages of Koteya
Koteya is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Madidand | South-East | 2.53 km |
| Mayapur (mendardand) | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Gaura | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Bagda | North-West | 3.68 km |
| Manpur | East | 3.88 km |
| Sukhdeopur | South-East | 4.56 km |
| Kerta | South-East | 4.95 km |
| Pandridand | West | 4.98 km |
| Bharda | North | 5.69 km |
| Jagannathpur | East | 6.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koteya
Koteya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kamalpurgram, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 148.4 km.
| 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 Pratappur to Koteya is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 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 >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koteya
Where is Koteya located?
Koteya village is located in Pratappur Tehsil, Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koteya?
Koteya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koteya?
The pincode of Koteya is 496223.
What is the population of Koteya?
Koteya has a total population of 1,951, including 979 males and 972 females.
How many households are there in Koteya?
There are 439 households in Koteya.
What is the literacy rate in Koteya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koteya is 44.75%. Male literacy is 54.85% and female literacy is 34.57%.