Kotam
Kotam is a village located in Gumla subdivision of Gumla district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 22km away from Gumla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kotam village. As per 2009 stats, Kotam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kotam unique in its vibrant Gumla region. You’ll see Kotam’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 Kotam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotam is 375959. The village spans a total geographical area of 560.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835233. Gumla is nearest town to Kotam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kotam
Population of Kotam
According to the 2011 Census, Kotam has a total population of about 3,096, with approximately 1,567 males and 1,529 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 547 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,571. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.75%, with male literacy at about 61.97% and female literacy near 45.32%. There are around 562 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,096 | 1,567 | 1,529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 547 | 279 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,571 | 773 | 798 |
| Literate Population | 1,664 | 971 | 693 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,432 | 596 | 836 |
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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotam
- Where is Kotam located?
- Kotam village is situated in Gumla Subdivision, within the Gumla district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotam?
- Kotam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kotam?
- The pincode of Kotam is 835233, 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 3,096, with 1,567 males and 1,529 females.
- How many households are there in Kotam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotam village has a total of 562 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotam is 53.75%. The male literacy rate is 61.97%, while the female literacy rate is 45.32%.