Kottara
Kottara is a village located in Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Charama (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Kottara village is also a gram panchayat.
Kottara has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kottara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kottara is 447471. The village spans a total geographical area of 688.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494670. Charama is nearest town to Kottara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kottara 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 Kottara
Population of Kottara
Below is a concise population overview of Kottara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,496 | 741 | 755 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 72 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 806 | 401 | 405 |
| Literate Population | 1,051 | 585 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 156 | 289 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kottara village:
- The total population of Kottara village is around 1,496, including approximately 741 males and 755 females, with a sex ratio of 1018 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 150 children aged 0–6 years in Kottara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kottara village has 59 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 806 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kottara village is about 70.25%, with male literacy at 78.95% and female literacy at 61.72%.
- There are around 347 households in Kottara village.
Connectivity of Kottara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kottara. As per the 2011 stats, Kottara 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kottara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kottara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kottara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kottara
- Where is Kottara located?
- Kottara village is situated in Charama Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kottara?
- Kottara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kottara?
- The pincode of Kottara is 494670, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kottara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottara is 1,496, with 741 males and 755 females.
- How many households are there in Kottara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kottara village has a total of 347 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kottara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottara is 70.25%. The male literacy rate is 78.95%, while the female literacy rate is 61.72%.