Kotda Forna
Kotda Forna 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 80km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Kotda Forna village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kotda Forna unique in its vibrant Deodar-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Kotda Forna’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 Forna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotda Forna is 508414. The village spans a total geographical area of 1075.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385330. Deodar is nearest town to Kotda Forna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kotda Forna 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 Forna
Population of Kotda Forna
According to the 2011 Census, Kotda Forna has a total population of about 2,386, with approximately 1,203 males and 1,183 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 355 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 443 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 57.04%, with male literacy at about 65.59% and female literacy near 48.35%. There are around 456 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotda Forna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,386 | 1,203 | 1,183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 355 | 187 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 443 | 214 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,361 | 789 | 572 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,025 | 414 | 611 |
Connectivity of Kotda Forna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotda Forna. As per the 2011 stats, Kotda Forna 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 Forna
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotda Forna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotda Forna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotda Forna
- Where is Kotda Forna located?
- Kotda Forna village is situated in Deodar Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotda Forna?
- Kotda Forna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kotda Forna?
- The pincode of Kotda Forna is 385330, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotda Forna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotda Forna is 2,386, with 1,203 males and 1,183 females.
- How many households are there in Kotda Forna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotda Forna village has a total of 456 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotda Forna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotda Forna is 57.04%. The male literacy rate is 65.59%, while the female literacy rate is 48.35%.