Kotam - Meral (Pipra Kalan), Garhwa
Kotam is a village situated in the Meral (Pipra Kalan) subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meral and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Tisartetuka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotam is 347684. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.2 hectares and falls under the 822133 pincode.
Kotam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kotam
According to the 2011 Census, Kotam village had a total population of 402 people, including 192 males and 210 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 1,094 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.25%, with male literacy at 72.55% and female literacy at 49.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 108.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 402 | 192 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 51 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 111 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 81 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Kotam
Kotam 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 Kotam
Kotam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Garhwa to Kotam is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotam
Where is Kotam located?
Kotam village is located in Meral (Pipra Kalan) Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotam?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotam is Tisartetuka.
What is the pincode of Kotam?
The pincode of Kotam is 822133.
What is the population of Kotam?
Kotam had a total population of 402, including 192 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Kotam?
Kotam had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotam was 60.25%. Male literacy was 72.55% and female literacy was 49.11%.