Kotchhal
Kotchhal is a village located in Mainpat tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Narbadapur (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Kotchhal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kotchhal unique in its vibrant Mainpat-Surguja region. You’ll see Kotchhal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kotchhal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotchhal is 433577. The village spans a total geographical area of 6930.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497114. Ambikapur is nearest town to Kotchhal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km away.
Google Map of Kotchhal
Population of Kotchhal
According to the 2011 Census, Kotchhal has a total population of about 1,962, with approximately 976 males and 986 females. The sex ratio is around 1010 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 308 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 101 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,607. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.43%, with male literacy at about 53.07% and female literacy near 39.86%. There are around 422 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotchhal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,962 | 976 | 986 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 170 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 48 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,607 | 807 | 800 |
| Literate Population | 911 | 518 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,051 | 458 | 593 |
Connectivity of Kotchhal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotchhal. As per the 2011 stats, Kotchhal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotchhal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotchhal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotchhal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotchhal
- Where is Kotchhal located?
- Kotchhal village is situated in Mainpat Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotchhal?
- Kotchhal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kotchhal?
- The pincode of Kotchhal is 497114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotchhal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotchhal is 1,962, with 976 males and 986 females.
- How many households are there in Kotchhal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotchhal village has a total of 422 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotchhal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotchhal is 46.43%. The male literacy rate is 53.07%, while the female literacy rate is 39.86%.