Kotda
Kotda is a village located in Deesa taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 36km away from sub-district headquarter Deesa (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Kotda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kotda unique in its vibrant Deesa-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Kotda’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 Kotda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotda is 508247. The village spans a total geographical area of 1320.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385535. Deesa is nearest town to Kotda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kotda 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 Deodar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kotda
Population of Kotda
According to the 2011 Census, Kotda has a total population of about 3,772, with approximately 1,941 males and 1,831 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 605 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 99 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.86%, with male literacy at about 59.45% and female literacy near 37.63%. There are around 562 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,772 | 1,941 | 1,831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 605 | 310 | 295 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 54 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,843 | 1,154 | 689 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,929 | 787 | 1,142 |
Connectivity of Kotda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotda. As per the 2011 stats, Kotda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotda
- Where is Kotda located?
- Kotda village is situated in Deesa Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotda?
- Kotda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kotda?
- The pincode of Kotda is 385535, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotda is 3,772, with 1,941 males and 1,831 females.
- How many households are there in Kotda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotda village has a total of 562 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotda is 48.86%. The male literacy rate is 59.45%, while the female literacy rate is 37.63%.