Kotela
Kotela is a village located in Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Charama (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Kotela village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kotela unique in its vibrant Charama-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Kotela’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 Kotela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotela is 447509. The village spans a total geographical area of 564.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494336. Charama is nearest town to Kotela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kotela 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 Bhanupratappur 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 Kotela
Population of Kotela
According to the 2011 Census, Kotela has a total population of about 1,541, with approximately 718 males and 823 females. The sex ratio is around 1146 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 178 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 36 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 792. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.54%, with male literacy at about 74.65% and female literacy near 57.59%. There are around 350 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,541 | 718 | 823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 85 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 792 | 364 | 428 |
| Literate Population | 1,010 | 536 | 474 |
| Illiterate Population | 531 | 182 | 349 |
Connectivity of Kotela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotela. As per the 2011 stats, Kotela 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotela
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotela
- Where is Kotela located?
- Kotela village is situated in Charama Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotela?
- Kotela serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kotela?
- The pincode of Kotela is 494336, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotela is 1,541, with 718 males and 823 females.
- How many households are there in Kotela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotela village has a total of 350 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotela is 65.54%. The male literacy rate is 74.65%, while the female literacy rate is 57.59%.