Kotagahna
Kotagahna is a village located in Rajpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Rajpur (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Kotagahna village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kotagahna unique in its vibrant Rajpur-Surguja region. You’ll see Kotagahna’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 Kotagahna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotagahna is 433266. The village spans a total geographical area of 272.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497118. Rajpur is nearest town to Kotagahna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Kotagahna
Population of Kotagahna
According to the 2011 Census, Kotagahna has a total population of about 720, with approximately 344 males and 376 females. The sex ratio is around 1093 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 140 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 59 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 522. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.81%, with male literacy at about 57.27% and female literacy near 46.81%. There are around 148 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotagahna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 720 | 344 | 376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 72 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 26 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 522 | 251 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 373 | 197 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 147 | 200 |
Connectivity of Kotagahna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotagahna. As per the 2011 stats, Kotagahna 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotagahna
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotagahna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotagahna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotagahna
- Where is Kotagahna located?
- Kotagahna village is situated in Rajpur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotagahna?
- Kotagahna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kotagahna?
- The pincode of Kotagahna is 497118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotagahna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotagahna is 720, with 344 males and 376 females.
- How many households are there in Kotagahna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotagahna village has a total of 148 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotagahna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotagahna is 51.81%. The male literacy rate is 57.27%, while the female literacy rate is 46.81%.