Kotal
Kotal is a village located in Premnagar tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Premnagar (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Kotal village is also a gram panchayat.
Kotal has its own place in the vibrant Surguja region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kotal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotal is 432891. The village spans a total geographical area of 459.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497116. Premnagar is nearest town to Kotal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Kotal
Population of Kotal
Below is a concise population overview of Kotal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,059 | 539 | 520 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 102 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 536 | 268 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 527 | 308 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 231 | 301 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kotal village:
- The total population of Kotal village is around 1,059, including approximately 539 males and 520 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 192 children aged 0–6 years in Kotal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kotal village has 30 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 536 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kotal village is about 49.76%, with male literacy at 57.14% and female literacy at 42.12%.
- There are around 217 households in Kotal village.
Connectivity of Kotal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotal. As per the 2011 stats, Kotal 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotal
- Where is Kotal located?
- Kotal village is situated in Premnagar Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotal?
- Kotal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kotal?
- The pincode of Kotal is 497116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotal is 1,059, with 539 males and 520 females.
- How many households are there in Kotal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotal village has a total of 217 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotal is 49.76%. The male literacy rate is 57.14%, while the female literacy rate is 42.12%.