Kotshol
Kotshol is a village located in Baharagora subdivision of Purbi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Baharagora (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Jamshedpur. As per 2009 stats, Matihana is the gram panchayat of Kotshol village.
Here you can discover what makes Kotshol unique in its vibrant Baharagora-Purbi Singhbhum region. You’ll see Kotshol’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 Kotshol
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotshol is 364773. The village spans a total geographical area of 183.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 832101. Baharagora is nearest town to Kotshol village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kotshol
Population of Kotshol
According to the 2011 Census, Kotshol has a total population of about 797, with approximately 414 males and 383 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 107 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 167 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 373. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.60%, with male literacy at about 70.53% and female literacy near 49.87%. There are around 171 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotshol's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 797 | 414 | 383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 53 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 78 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 373 | 192 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 483 | 292 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 122 | 192 |
Connectivity of Kotshol
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotshol. As per the 2011 stats, Kotshol 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotshol
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotshol helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotshol.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotshol
- Where is Kotshol located?
- Kotshol village is situated in Baharagora Subdivision, within the Purbi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotshol?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kotshol is Matihana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kotshol?
- The pincode of Kotshol is 832101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotshol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotshol is 797, with 414 males and 383 females.
- How many households are there in Kotshol as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotshol village has a total of 171 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotshol as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotshol is 60.60%. The male literacy rate is 70.53%, while the female literacy rate is 49.87%.