Kothigam

Kothigam is a village located in Tharad taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Tharad (tehsildar office) and 93km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Vadgamda is the gram panchayat of Kothigam village.

Kothigam has its own place in the vibrant Banas Kantha region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kothigam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kothigam is 507579. The village spans a total geographical area of 661.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385565. Tharad is nearest town to Kothigam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kothigam 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 Tharad 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.

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Population of Kothigam

Below is a concise population overview of Kothigam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,436 736 700
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 237 121 116
Scheduled Castes (SC) 330 176 154
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 795 499 296
Illiterate Population 641 237 404

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kothigam village:

  • The total population of Kothigam village is around 1,436, including approximately 736 males and 700 females, with a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 237 children aged 0–6 years in Kothigam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kothigam village has 330 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kothigam village is about 55.36%, with male literacy at 67.80% and female literacy at 42.29%.
  • There are around 244 households in Kothigam village.

Connectivity of Kothigam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kothigam. As per the 2011 stats, Kothigam 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kothigam

Knowing the nearby villages of Kothigam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kothigam.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kothigam

Where is Kothigam located?
Kothigam village is situated in Tharad Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothigam?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothigam is Vadgamda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kothigam?
The pincode of Kothigam is 385565, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kothigam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kothigam is 1,436, with 736 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Kothigam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kothigam village has a total of 244 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothigam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kothigam is 55.36%. The male literacy rate is 67.80%, while the female literacy rate is 42.29%.