Kottarga
Kottarga is a village located in Aland taluka of Gulbarga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Aland (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Gulbarga. As per 2009 stats, Sirachand is the gram panchayat of Kottarga village.
Kottarga has its own place in the vibrant Gulbarga 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 Kottarga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kottarga is 620007. The village spans a total geographical area of 500.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585316. Aland is nearest town to Kottarga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kottarga 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 Kalaburagi Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalaburagi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kottarga
Population of Kottarga
Below is a concise population overview of Kottarga 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 | 1,174 | 599 | 575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 68 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 711 | 429 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 170 | 293 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kottarga village:
- The total population of Kottarga village is around 1,174, including approximately 599 males and 575 females, with a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 127 children aged 0–6 years in Kottarga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kottarga village has 72 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kottarga village is about 60.56%, with male literacy at 71.62% and female literacy at 49.04%.
- There are around 178 households in Kottarga village.
Connectivity of Kottarga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kottarga. As per the 2011 stats, Kottarga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kottarga
Knowing the nearby villages of Kottarga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kottarga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kottarga
- Where is Kottarga located?
- Kottarga village is situated in Aland Taluka, within the Gulbarga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kottarga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kottarga is Sirachand (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kottarga?
- The pincode of Kottarga is 585316, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kottarga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottarga is 1,174, with 599 males and 575 females.
- How many households are there in Kottarga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kottarga village has a total of 178 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kottarga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottarga is 60.56%. The male literacy rate is 71.62%, while the female literacy rate is 49.04%.