Kotera
Kotera is a village located in Samba tehsil of Samba district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 3km away from Samba, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kotera village. As per 2009 stats, Samlah is the gram panchayat of Kotera village.
Here you can discover what makes Kotera unique in its vibrant Samba region. You’ll see Kotera’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 Kotera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotera is 006449. The village spans a total geographical area of 85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184121. Samba is nearest town to Kotera village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kotera
Population of Kotera
According to the 2011 Census, Kotera has a total population of about 291, with approximately 148 males and 143 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 35 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 145 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.92%, with male literacy at about 68.92% and female literacy near 58.74%. There are around 57 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 291 | 148 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 70 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 186 | 102 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 46 | 59 |
Connectivity of Kotera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotera. As per the 2011 stats, Kotera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotera
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotera
- Where is Kotera located?
- Kotera village is situated in Samba Tehsil, within the Samba district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotera?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kotera is Samlah (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kotera?
- The pincode of Kotera is 184121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotera is 291, with 148 males and 143 females.
- How many households are there in Kotera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotera village has a total of 57 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotera is 63.92%. The male literacy rate is 68.92%, while the female literacy rate is 58.74%.