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.

Kotan has its own place in the vibrant Punch region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Kotan

Below is a concise population overview of Kotan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kotan village:

  • The total population of Kotan village is around 1,338, including approximately 665 males and 673 females, with a sex ratio of 1012 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 195 children aged 0–6 years in Kotan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kotan village has 165 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kotan village is about 60.31%, with male literacy at 67.22% and female literacy at 53.49%.
  • There are around 277 households in Kotan village.

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.

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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%.