Kotachara
Kotachara is a village located in Hat Gamharia subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Hat Gamharia (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Kushmunda is the gram panchayat of Kotachara village.
Kotachara has its own place in the vibrant Pashchimi Singhbhum 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 Kotachara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotachara is 378028. The village spans a total geographical area of 170 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833214. Korayara is nearest town to Kotachara village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kotachara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Majhganon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kotachara
Population of Kotachara
Below is a concise population overview of Kotachara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 374 | 184 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 29 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 113 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 89 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 95 | 143 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kotachara village:
- The total population of Kotachara village is around 374, including approximately 184 males and 190 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 62 children aged 0–6 years in Kotachara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kotachara village has 39 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 229 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kotachara village is about 36.36%, with male literacy at 48.37% and female literacy at 24.74%.
- There are around 80 households in Kotachara village.
Connectivity of Kotachara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotachara. As per the 2011 stats, Kotachara 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotachara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotachara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotachara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotachara
- Where is Kotachara located?
- Kotachara village is situated in Hat Gamharia Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotachara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kotachara is Kushmunda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kotachara?
- The pincode of Kotachara is 833214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotachara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotachara is 374, with 184 males and 190 females.
- How many households are there in Kotachara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotachara village has a total of 80 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotachara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotachara is 36.36%. The male literacy rate is 48.37%, while the female literacy rate is 24.74%.