Kotvat - Santrampur, Mahisagar
Kotvat is a village situated in the Santrampur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from Santrampur and around 60 km from Godhra. Khodadra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotvat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotvat is 518104. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.76 hectares and falls under the 389260 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Kotvat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Santrampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotvat
According to the 2011 Census, Kotvat village had a total population of 660 people, including 342 males and 318 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.95%, with male literacy at 68.79% and female literacy at 43.60%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 379.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 660 | 342 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 60 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 379 | 191 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 194 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 148 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Kotvat
Kotvat is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kotvat
Public transport in the Kotvat is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Santrampur to Kotvat is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Kotvat is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotvat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotvat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotvat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotvat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotvat
Where is Kotvat located?
Kotvat village is located in Santrampur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotvat?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotvat is Khodadra.
What is the pincode of Kotvat?
The pincode of Kotvat is 389260.
What is the population of Kotvat?
Kotvat had a total population of 660, including 342 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Kotvat?
Kotvat had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotvat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotvat was 56.95%. Male literacy was 68.79% and female literacy was 43.60%.