Kottara - Charama, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Kottara is a village situated in the Charama tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charama and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Kottara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kottara is 447471. The village covers a total geographical area of 688.45 hectares and falls under the 494670 pincode. Charama is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kottara 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 Kottara
As per Census 2011, Kottara village has a total population of 1,496 people, consisting of 741 males and 755 females. The village has 347 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,051 literate and 445 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 806 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kottara are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kottara
Kottara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jawartara | West | 2.21 km |
| Jambahara | East | 2.30 km |
| Bagdongari | South | 2.68 km |
| Gadagauri | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Lilejhar | North | 3.38 km |
| Parsoda | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Khairwahi | West | 3.79 km |
| Guttitola | South-East | 4.66 km |
| Hinganjhar | South-East | 4.85 km |
| Katagaon | West | 5.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kottara
Kottara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Charama to Kottara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Kottara is about 27 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 Kottara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kottara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kottara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kottara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kottara
Where is Kottara located?
Kottara village is located in Charama Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kottara?
Kottara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kottara?
The pincode of Kottara is 494670.
What is the population of Kottara?
Kottara has a total population of 1,496, including 741 males and 755 females.
How many households are there in Kottara?
There are 347 households in Kottara.
What is the literacy rate in Kottara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kottara is 70.25%. Male literacy is 78.95% and female literacy is 61.72%.