Kotnal
Kotnal is a village located in Indi taluka of Bijapur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Indi (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Basanal is the gram panchayat of Kotnal village.
Here you can discover what makes Kotnal unique in its vibrant Indi-Bijapur region. You’ll see Kotnal’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 Kotnal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotnal is 599237. The village spans a total geographical area of 1772.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 586112. Bijapur is nearest town to Kotnal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kotnal 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 Indi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kotnal
Population of Kotnal
According to the 2011 Census, Kotnal has a total population of about 1,452, with approximately 761 males and 691 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 218 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 294 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.25%, with male literacy at about 54.01% and female literacy near 35.60%. There are around 278 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotnal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,452 | 761 | 691 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 113 | 105 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 156 | 138 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 657 | 411 | 246 |
Illiterate Population | 795 | 350 | 445 |
Connectivity of Kotnal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotnal. As per the 2011 stats, Kotnal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotnal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotnal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotnal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotnal
- Where is Kotnal located?
- Kotnal village is situated in Indi Taluka, within the Bijapur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotnal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kotnal is Basanal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kotnal?
- The pincode of Kotnal is 586112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotnal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotnal is 1,452, with 761 males and 691 females.
- How many households are there in Kotnal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotnal village has a total of 278 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotnal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotnal is 45.25%. The male literacy rate is 54.01%, while the female literacy rate is 35.60%.