Kotarwada
Kotarwada is a village located in Deodar taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Deodar (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Kotarwada village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kotarwada unique in its vibrant Deodar-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Kotarwada’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 Kotarwada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotarwada is 508403. The village spans a total geographical area of 2075.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385330. Tharad is nearest town to Kotarwada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kotarwada 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 Kotarwada
Population of Kotarwada
According to the 2011 Census, Kotarwada has a total population of about 6,380, with approximately 3,306 males and 3,074 females. The sex ratio is around 929 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,107 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 274 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.81%, with male literacy at about 55.29% and female literacy near 29.38%. There are around 1,095 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotarwada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,380 | 3,306 | 3,074 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,107 | 583 | 524 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 139 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,731 | 1,828 | 903 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,649 | 1,478 | 2,171 |
Connectivity of Kotarwada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotarwada. As per the 2011 stats, Kotarwada 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 Kotarwada
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotarwada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotarwada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotarwada
- Where is Kotarwada located?
- Kotarwada village is situated in Deodar Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotarwada?
- Kotarwada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kotarwada?
- The pincode of Kotarwada is 385330, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotarwada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotarwada is 6,380, with 3,306 males and 3,074 females.
- How many households are there in Kotarwada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotarwada village has a total of 1,095 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotarwada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotarwada is 42.81%. The male literacy rate is 55.29%, while the female literacy rate is 29.38%.