Kotkud
Kotkud is a village located in Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Antagarh (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Badetevada is the gram panchayat of Kotkud village.
Here you can discover what makes Kotkud unique in its vibrant Antagarh-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Kotkud’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 Kotkud
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotkud is 448120. The village spans a total geographical area of 166.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494665. Antagarh is nearest town to Kotkud village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kotkud 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 Kotkud
Population of Kotkud
According to the 2011 Census, Kotkud has a total population of about 183, with approximately 88 males and 95 females. The sex ratio is around 1079 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 45 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 161. The overall literacy rate is approximately 24.59%, with male literacy at about 31.82% and female literacy near 17.89%. There are around 37 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotkud's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 183 | 88 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 77 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 28 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 60 | 78 |
Connectivity of Kotkud
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotkud. As per the 2011 stats, Kotkud 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 Kotkud
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotkud helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotkud.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotkud
- Where is Kotkud located?
- Kotkud village is situated in Antagarh Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotkud?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kotkud is Badetevada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kotkud?
- The pincode of Kotkud is 494665, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotkud as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotkud is 183, with 88 males and 95 females.
- How many households are there in Kotkud as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotkud village has a total of 37 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotkud as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotkud is 24.59%. The male literacy rate is 31.82%, while the female literacy rate is 17.89%.