Kothegala
Kothegala is a village located in Hunsur taluka of Mysore district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Hunsur (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Mysore. As per 2009 stats, Kothegala village is also a gram panchayat.
Kothegala has its own place in the vibrant Mysore 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 Kothegala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kothegala is 618334. The village spans a total geographical area of 775.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571134. Hunsur is nearest town to Kothegala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kothegala 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 Hunsur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mysuru Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kothegala
Population of Kothegala
Below is a concise population overview of Kothegala 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 | 1,917 | 979 | 938 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 117 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 97 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 233 | 119 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 1,211 | 684 | 527 |
| Illiterate Population | 706 | 295 | 411 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kothegala village:
- The total population of Kothegala village is around 1,917, including approximately 979 males and 938 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 197 children aged 0–6 years in Kothegala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kothegala village has 199 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 233 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kothegala village is about 63.17%, with male literacy at 69.87% and female literacy at 56.18%.
- There are around 435 households in Kothegala village.
Connectivity of Kothegala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kothegala. As per the 2011 stats, Kothegala 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kothegala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kothegala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kothegala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kothegala
- Where is Kothegala located?
- Kothegala village is situated in Hunsur Taluka, within the Mysore district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kothegala?
- Kothegala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kothegala?
- The pincode of Kothegala is 571134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kothegala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kothegala is 1,917, with 979 males and 938 females.
- How many households are there in Kothegala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kothegala village has a total of 435 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kothegala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kothegala is 63.17%. The male literacy rate is 69.87%, while the female literacy rate is 56.18%.