Kotankhod
Kotankhod is a village located in Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Antagarh (tehsildar office) and 92km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Navagaon is the gram panchayat of Kotankhod village.
Here you can discover what makes Kotankhod unique in its vibrant Antagarh-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Kotankhod’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 Kotankhod
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotankhod is 448047. The village spans a total geographical area of 152.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494665. Antagarh is nearest town to Kotankhod village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kotankhod village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kotankhod
Population of Kotankhod
According to the 2011 Census, Kotankhod has a total population of about 345, with approximately 162 males and 183 females. The sex ratio is around 1129 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 49 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 345. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.09%, with male literacy at about 75.31% and female literacy near 57.92%. There are around 63 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotankhod's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 345 | 162 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 21 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 345 | 162 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 122 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 40 | 77 |
Connectivity of Kotankhod
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotankhod. As per the 2011 stats, Kotankhod 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotankhod
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotankhod helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotankhod.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotankhod
- Where is Kotankhod located?
- Kotankhod village is situated in Antagarh Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotankhod?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kotankhod is Navagaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kotankhod?
- The pincode of Kotankhod is 494665, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotankhod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotankhod is 345, with 162 males and 183 females.
- How many households are there in Kotankhod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotankhod village has a total of 63 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotankhod as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotankhod is 66.09%. The male literacy rate is 75.31%, while the female literacy rate is 57.92%.