Kokatnoor - Athni, Belagavi
Kokatnoor is a village situated in the Athni taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from Athani and around 170 km from Belgaum. Kokatanur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kokatnoor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kokatnoor is 597345. The village covers a total geographical area of 3907.92 hectares and falls under the 591230 pincode. Athani is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kokatnoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kokatnoor
As per Census 2011, Kokatnoor village has a total population of 7,689 people, consisting of 3,834 males and 3,855 females. The village has 1,555 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,088 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,129 literate and 3,560 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,556 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kokatnoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,689 | 3,834 | 3,855 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,088 | 544 | 544 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,556 | 758 | 798 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 4,129 | 2,329 | 1,800 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,560 | 1,505 | 2,055 |
Nearby Villages of Kokatnoor
Kokatnoor is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Buralatti | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Dhabadhabahatti | South | 4.33 km |
| Yallammawadi | East | 4.76 km |
| Kodaganoor | South-West | 5.08 km |
| Desairatti | North | 5.29 km |
| Khotanatti | North-East | 5.39 km |
| Suttatti | South-East | 5.46 km |
| Balawad | South-West | 6.41 km |
| Katageri | West | 6.77 km |
| Badachi | North-West | 7.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kokatnoor
Kokatnoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kudachi, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athani to Kokatnoor is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Kokatnoor is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kokatnoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kokatnoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kokatnoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kokatnoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kokatnoor
Where is Kokatnoor located?
Kokatnoor village is located in Athni Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kokatnoor?
The Gram Panchayat of Kokatnoor is Kokatanur.
What is the pincode of Kokatnoor?
The pincode of Kokatnoor is 591230.
What is the population of Kokatnoor?
Kokatnoor has a total population of 7,689, including 3,834 males and 3,855 females.
How many households are there in Kokatnoor?
There are 1,555 households in Kokatnoor.
What is the literacy rate in Kokatnoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kokatnoor is 53.70%. Male literacy is 60.75% and female literacy is 46.69%.