Kotavalu
Kotavalu is a village located in Arkalgud taluka of Hassan district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Arkalgud (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Hassan. As per 2009 stats, Ramanathapura is the gram panchayat of Kotavalu village.
Here you can discover what makes Kotavalu unique in its vibrant Arkalgud-Hassan region. You’ll see Kotavalu’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 Kotavalu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotavalu is 616740. The village spans a total geographical area of 171.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 573133. Arkalgud is nearest town to Kotavalu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kotavalu 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 Arkalgud Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hassan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kotavalu
Population of Kotavalu
According to the 2011 Census, Kotavalu has a total population of about 1,577, with approximately 801 males and 776 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 202 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 469 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 58. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.10%, with male literacy at about 73.66% and female literacy near 62.37%. There are around 408 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotavalu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,577 | 801 | 776 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 100 | 102 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 469 | 239 | 230 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
Literate Population | 1,074 | 590 | 484 |
Illiterate Population | 503 | 211 | 292 |
Connectivity of Kotavalu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotavalu. As per the 2011 stats, Kotavalu 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 <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotavalu
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotavalu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotavalu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotavalu
- Where is Kotavalu located?
- Kotavalu village is situated in Arkalgud Taluka, within the Hassan district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotavalu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kotavalu is Ramanathapura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kotavalu?
- The pincode of Kotavalu is 573133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotavalu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotavalu is 1,577, with 801 males and 776 females.
- How many households are there in Kotavalu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotavalu village has a total of 408 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotavalu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotavalu is 68.10%. The male literacy rate is 73.66%, while the female literacy rate is 62.37%.