Kot Maira
Kot Maira is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Kotmaira Pahariwala Upper is the gram panchayat of Kot Maira village.
Here you can discover what makes Kot Maira unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Kot Maira’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kot Maira
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kot Maira is 005549. The village spans a total geographical area of 779.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181204. Khour is nearest town to Kot Maira village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kot Maira
Population of Kot Maira
According to the 2011 Census, Kot Maira has a total population of about 3,594, with approximately 1,843 males and 1,751 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 472 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,988 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 17. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.44%, with male literacy at about 70.54% and female literacy near 60.08%. There are around 818 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kot Maira's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,594 | 1,843 | 1,751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 472 | 277 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,988 | 1,016 | 972 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 2,352 | 1,300 | 1,052 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,242 | 543 | 699 |
Connectivity of Kot Maira
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kot Maira. As per the 2011 stats, Kot Maira had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kot Maira
Knowing the nearby villages of Kot Maira helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kot Maira.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kot Maira
- Where is Kot Maira located?
- Kot Maira village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kot Maira?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kot Maira is Kotmaira Pahariwala Upper (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kot Maira?
- The pincode of Kot Maira is 181204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kot Maira as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kot Maira is 3,594, with 1,843 males and 1,751 females.
- How many households are there in Kot Maira as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kot Maira village has a total of 818 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kot Maira as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kot Maira is 65.44%. The male literacy rate is 70.54%, while the female literacy rate is 60.08%.