Kotuwan - Chakradharpur, West Singhbhum
Kotuwan is a village situated in the Chakradharpur subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. Padampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotuwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotuwan is 377313. The village covers a total geographical area of 211 hectares and falls under the 833102 pincode.
Kotuwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kotuwan
As per Census 2011, Kotuwan village has a total population of 1,325 people, consisting of 625 males and 700 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 1,120 females per 1,000 males. There are 274 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 636 literate and 689 illiterate residents. Additionally, 831 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotuwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,325 | 625 | 700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 115 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 831 | 377 | 454 |
| Literate Population | 636 | 410 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 689 | 215 | 474 |
Nearby Villages of Kotuwan
Kotuwan 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 Kotuwan
Kotuwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kotuwan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Kotuwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotuwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotuwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotuwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kotuwan
Where is Kotuwan located?
Kotuwan village is located in Chakradharpur Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotuwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotuwan is Padampur.
What is the pincode of Kotuwan?
The pincode of Kotuwan is 833102.
What is the population of Kotuwan?
Kotuwan has a total population of 1,325, including 625 males and 700 females.
How many households are there in Kotuwan?
There are 268 households in Kotuwan.
What is the literacy rate in Kotuwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotuwan is 48.00%. Male literacy is 65.60% and female literacy is 32.29%.