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.
Here you can discover what makes Kothegala unique in its vibrant Hunsur-Mysore region. You’ll see Kothegala’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kothegala has a total population of about 1,917, with approximately 979 males and 938 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 197 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 199 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 233. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.17%, with male literacy at about 69.87% and female literacy near 56.18%. There are around 435 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kothegala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.