Kotta

Kotta is a village located in Shikarpur taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Shikarpur (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Kappanahalli is the gram panchayat of Kotta village.

Kotta has its own place in the vibrant Shimoga 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 Kotta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotta is 607765. The village spans a total geographical area of 279.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577427. Shikarpur is nearest town to Kotta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

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Population of Kotta

Below is a concise population overview of Kotta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 693 346 347
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 82 40 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) 17 9 8
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 435 232 203
Illiterate Population 258 114 144

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kotta village:

  • The total population of Kotta village is around 693, including approximately 346 males and 347 females, with a sex ratio of 1002 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 82 children aged 0–6 years in Kotta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kotta village has 17 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kotta village is about 62.77%, with male literacy at 67.05% and female literacy at 58.50%.
  • There are around 133 households in Kotta village.

Connectivity of Kotta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotta. As per the 2011 stats, Kotta 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kotta

Knowing the nearby villages of Kotta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotta.

Haraguvalli Kaniya Chikkalavathi Amtekoppa Shettihalli Sadashivapura Kalenahalli Kappanahalli Kotipura Hirekalavathi Mallapura

Frequently Asked Questions about Kotta

Where is Kotta located?
Kotta village is situated in Shikarpur Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotta?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotta is Kappanahalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kotta?
The pincode of Kotta is 577427, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kotta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotta is 693, with 346 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Kotta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kotta village has a total of 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotta is 62.77%. The male literacy rate is 67.05%, while the female literacy rate is 58.50%.