Kotagal
Kotagal is a village located in Chintamani taluka of Chikkaballapura district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Chintamani (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Chikkaballapur. As per 2009 stats, Kotagal village is also a gram panchayat.
Kotagal has its own place in the vibrant Chikkaballapura 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 Kotagal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotagal is 624520. The village spans a total geographical area of 258.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 563125. Chintamani is nearest town to Kotagal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kotagal 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 Chintamani Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kotagal
Population of Kotagal
Below is a concise population overview of Kotagal 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 | 1,056 | 519 | 537 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 55 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 76 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 329 | 162 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 632 | 364 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 155 | 269 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kotagal village:
- The total population of Kotagal village is around 1,056, including approximately 519 males and 537 females, with a sex ratio of 1034 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 117 children aged 0–6 years in Kotagal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kotagal village has 155 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 329 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kotagal village is about 59.85%, with male literacy at 70.13% and female literacy at 49.91%.
- There are around 253 households in Kotagal village.
Connectivity of Kotagal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotagal. As per the 2011 stats, Kotagal 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotagal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotagal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotagal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotagal
- Where is Kotagal located?
- Kotagal village is situated in Chintamani Taluka, within the Chikkaballapura district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotagal?
- Kotagal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kotagal?
- The pincode of Kotagal is 563125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotagal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotagal is 1,056, with 519 males and 537 females.
- How many households are there in Kotagal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotagal village has a total of 253 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotagal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotagal is 59.85%. The male literacy rate is 70.13%, while the female literacy rate is 49.91%.