Kotambi - Vaghodia, Vadodara
Kotambi is a village situated in the Vaghodia taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaghodia and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Kotambi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotambi is 519950. The village covers a total geographical area of 1949.63 hectares and falls under the 391510 pincode. Vadodara is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kotambi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaghodia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vadodara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotambi
As per Census 2011, Kotambi village has a total population of 3,740 people, consisting of 1,900 males and 1,840 females. The village has 755 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 445 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,592 literate and 1,148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,707 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotambi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,740 | 1,900 | 1,840 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 445 | 238 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,707 | 885 | 822 |
| Literate Population | 2,592 | 1,444 | 1,148 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,148 | 456 | 692 |
Nearby Villages of Kotambi
Kotambi 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 Kotambi
Kotambi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kotambi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vadodara to Kotambi is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotambi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotambi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kotambi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotambi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kotambi
Where is Kotambi located?
Kotambi village is located in Vaghodia Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotambi?
Kotambi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotambi?
The pincode of Kotambi is 391510.
What is the population of Kotambi?
Kotambi has a total population of 3,740, including 1,900 males and 1,840 females.
How many households are there in Kotambi?
There are 755 households in Kotambi.
What is the literacy rate in Kotambi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotambi is 69.30%. Male literacy is 76.00% and female literacy is 62.39%.