Kotda - Poshina, Sabar Kantha
Kotda is a village situated in the Poshina taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 50 km from Khedbrahma and around 105 km from Himatnagar. Kotda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotda is 509746. The village covers a total geographical area of 1199.74 hectares and falls under the 383422 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kotda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khedbrahma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotda
As per Census 2011, Kotda village has a total population of 7,645 people, consisting of 3,855 males and 3,790 females. The village has 1,258 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,904 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,262 literate and 5,383 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7,290 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,645 | 3,855 | 3,790 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,904 | 990 | 914 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7,290 | 3,672 | 3,618 |
| Literate Population | 2,262 | 1,268 | 994 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,383 | 2,587 | 2,796 |
Nearby Villages of Kotda
Kotda 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 Kotda
Kotda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Kotda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khedbrahma to Kotda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Kotda is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kotda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kotda
Where is Kotda located?
Kotda village is located in Poshina Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotda?
Kotda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotda?
The pincode of Kotda is 383422.
What is the population of Kotda?
Kotda has a total population of 7,645, including 3,855 males and 3,790 females.
How many households are there in Kotda?
There are 1,258 households in Kotda.
What is the literacy rate in Kotda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotda is 29.59%. Male literacy is 32.89% and female literacy is 26.23%.