Loma Kotadi - Chotila, Surendranagar
Loma Kotadi is a village situated in the Chotila taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chotila and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Loma Kotadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Loma Kotadi is 512361. The village covers a total geographical area of 181.45 hectares and falls under the 363520 pincode. Chotila is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Loma Kotadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Loma Kotadi
According to the 2011 Census, Loma Kotadi village had a total population of 59 people, including 31 males and 28 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.85%, with male literacy at 92.00% and female literacy at 68.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 8 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Loma Kotadi
Loma Kotadi 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 Loma Kotadi
Loma Kotadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chotila to Loma Kotadi is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Loma Kotadi is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Loma Kotadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Loma Kotadi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Loma Kotadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Loma Kotadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Loma Kotadi
Where is Loma Kotadi located?
Loma Kotadi village is located in Chotila Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Loma Kotadi?
Loma Kotadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Loma Kotadi?
The pincode of Loma Kotadi is 363520.
What is the population of Loma Kotadi?
Loma Kotadi had a total population of 59, including 31 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Loma Kotadi?
Loma Kotadi had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Loma Kotadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Loma Kotadi was 80.85%. Male literacy was 92.00% and female literacy was 68.18%.