Kotgaon
Kotgaon is a village located in Kanker tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 35km away from Kanker, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kotgaon village. As per 2009 stats, Domaharra is the gram panchayat of Kotgaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Kotgaon unique in its vibrant Kanker-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Kotgaon’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 Kotgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotgaon is 447813. The village spans a total geographical area of 380.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491444. Kanker is nearest town to Kotgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
As per 2019 stats, Kotgaon village comes under Kanker assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kotgaon
Population of Kotgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kotgaon has a total population of about 542, with approximately 275 males and 267 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 78 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 15 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 463. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.41%, with male literacy at about 67.27% and female literacy near 51.31%. There are around 116 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 542 | 275 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 463 | 237 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 185 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 90 | 130 |
Connectivity of Kotgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kotgaon 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotgaon
- Where is Kotgaon located?
- Kotgaon village is situated in Kanker Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kotgaon is Domaharra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kotgaon?
- The pincode of Kotgaon is 491444, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotgaon is 542, with 275 males and 267 females.
- How many households are there in Kotgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotgaon village has a total of 116 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotgaon is 59.41%. The male literacy rate is 67.27%, while the female literacy rate is 51.31%.