Kotan
Kotan is a village located in Mendhar tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Mendhar (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Kotan Kandi is the gram panchayat of Kotan village.
Here you can discover what makes Kotan unique in its vibrant Mendhar-Punch region. You’ll see Kotan’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 Kotan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotan is 001218. The village spans a total geographical area of 311 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185111. Punch is nearest town to Kotan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
Google Map of Kotan
Population of Kotan
According to the 2011 Census, Kotan has a total population of about 1,338, with approximately 665 males and 673 females. The sex ratio is around 1012 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 195 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 165. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.31%, with male literacy at about 67.22% and female literacy near 53.49%. There are around 277 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,338 | 665 | 673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 110 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 76 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 807 | 447 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 531 | 218 | 313 |
Connectivity of Kotan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotan. As per the 2011 stats, Kotan 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotan
- Where is Kotan located?
- Kotan village is situated in Mendhar Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kotan is Kotan Kandi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kotan?
- The pincode of Kotan is 185111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotan is 1,338, with 665 males and 673 females.
- How many households are there in Kotan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotan village has a total of 277 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotan is 60.31%. The male literacy rate is 67.22%, while the female literacy rate is 53.49%.