Kotekallur - Srinivaspur, Kolar
Kotekallur is a village situated in the Srinivaspur taluka of Kolar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Srinivaspur and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Kolar. Gownipalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotekallur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotekallur is 621415. The village covers a total geographical area of 691.53 hectares and falls under the 563135 pincode. Kothakota(andhra Pradesh) is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kotekallur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srinivaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotekallur
As per Census 2011, Kotekallur village has a total population of 1,374 people, consisting of 690 males and 684 females. The village has 317 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 711 literate and 663 illiterate residents. Additionally, 515 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotekallur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,374 | 690 | 684 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 72 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 515 | 266 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 711 | 416 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 663 | 274 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Kotekallur
Kotekallur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Guttapalya | West | 1.50 km |
| Karipalli | South | 1.89 km |
| Thummalapalli (g) | South | 2.24 km |
| Bommareddipalli | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Chillarpalli | North | 2.41 km |
| Adirajapalli | East | 2.67 km |
| Gownipalli | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Lakkepalli | West | 2.74 km |
| Bandarlapalli | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Chilepalli | South | 3.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotekallur
Kotekallur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Doddanatta Halt, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kothakota(andhra Pradesh) to Kotekallur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolar to Kotekallur is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotekallur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotekallur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kotekallur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotekallur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kotekallur
Where is Kotekallur located?
Kotekallur village is located in Srinivaspur Taluka, Kolar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotekallur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotekallur is Gownipalli.
What is the pincode of Kotekallur?
The pincode of Kotekallur is 563135.
What is the population of Kotekallur?
Kotekallur has a total population of 1,374, including 690 males and 684 females.
How many households are there in Kotekallur?
There are 317 households in Kotekallur.
What is the literacy rate in Kotekallur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotekallur is 51.75%. Male literacy is 60.29% and female literacy is 43.13%.