Kotam

Kotam is a village located in Meral subdivision of Garhwa district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Meral (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Garhwa. As per 2009 stats, Tisartetuka is the gram panchayat of Kotam village.

Kotam has its own place in the vibrant Garhwa 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 Kotam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotam is 347684. The village spans a total geographical area of 174.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822114. Meral is nearest town to Kotam village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kotam

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 402 192 210
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 80 39 41
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 108 51 57
Literate Population 194 111 83
Illiterate Population 208 81 127

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

  • The total population of Kotam village is around 402, including approximately 192 males and 210 females, with a sex ratio of 1093 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 80 children aged 0–6 years in Kotam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kotam village has 108 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kotam village is about 48.26%, with male literacy at 57.81% and female literacy at 39.52%.
  • There are around 94 households in Kotam village.

Connectivity of Kotam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotam. As per the 2011 stats, Kotam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kotam

Knowing the nearby villages of Kotam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotam.

Khoridih Katritisar Alias Kusmahi Duldulwa Peska Tisartetuka Kajrat Dewgana Garua Garuasoti Kolodohar Banajang

Frequently Asked Questions about Kotam

Where is Kotam located?
Kotam village is situated in Meral Subdivision, within the Garhwa district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotam?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotam is Tisartetuka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kotam?
The pincode of Kotam is 822114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kotam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotam is 402, with 192 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Kotam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kotam village has a total of 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotam is 48.26%. The male literacy rate is 57.81%, while the female literacy rate is 39.52%.