Kotela - Charama, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Kotela is a village situated in the Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charama and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Kotela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotela is 447509. The village covers a total geographical area of 564.99 hectares and falls under the 494336 pincode. Charama is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kotela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotela
As per Census 2011, Kotela village has a total population of 1,541 people, consisting of 718 males and 823 females. The village has 350 households and a sex ratio of 1,146 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,010 literate and 531 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 792 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotela are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kotela
Kotela is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hatkacharama | East | 2.20 km |
| Kurubhat | North | 2.22 km |
| Araud | West | 2.60 km |
| Ranidongri | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Bhaisa Katta | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Palewa | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Tahkapar | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Badatola | South | 3.81 km |
| Tikrapara | North-East | 4.11 km |
| Naudabari | East | 4.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotela
Kotela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhamtari, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Charama to Kotela is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Kotela is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kotela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotela
Where is Kotela located?
Kotela village is located in Charama Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotela?
Kotela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotela?
The pincode of Kotela is 494336.
What is the population of Kotela?
Kotela has a total population of 1,541, including 718 males and 823 females.
How many households are there in Kotela?
There are 350 households in Kotela.
What is the literacy rate in Kotela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotela is 65.54%. Male literacy is 74.65% and female literacy is 57.59%.