Kotkhanda

Kotkhanda is a village located in Bhatkal taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Bhatkal (tehsildar office) and 148km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Marukeri is the gram panchayat of Kotkhanda village.

Kotkhanda has its own place in the vibrant Uttara Kannada 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 Kotkhanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotkhanda is 603851. The village spans a total geographical area of 419.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581320. Bhatkal is nearest town to Kotkhanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Kotkhanda

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 960 461 499
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 77 37 40
Scheduled Castes (SC) 8 4 4
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 381 179 202
Literate Population 680 365 315
Illiterate Population 280 96 184

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

  • The total population of Kotkhanda village is around 960, including approximately 461 males and 499 females, with a sex ratio of 1082 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 77 children aged 0–6 years in Kotkhanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kotkhanda village has 8 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 381 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kotkhanda village is about 70.83%, with male literacy at 79.18% and female literacy at 63.13%.
  • There are around 221 households in Kotkhanda village.

Connectivity of Kotkhanda

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

Nearby Villages of Kotkhanda

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kotkhanda

Where is Kotkhanda located?
Kotkhanda village is situated in Bhatkal Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotkhanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotkhanda is Marukeri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kotkhanda?
The pincode of Kotkhanda is 581320, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kotkhanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotkhanda is 960, with 461 males and 499 females.
How many households are there in Kotkhanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kotkhanda village has a total of 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotkhanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotkhanda is 70.83%. The male literacy rate is 79.18%, while the female literacy rate is 63.13%.