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.
Here you can discover what makes Kotkhanda unique in its vibrant Bhatkal-Uttara Kannada region. You’ll see Kotkhanda’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 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.
Google Map of Kotkhanda
Population of Kotkhanda
According to the 2011 Census, Kotkhanda has a total population of about 960, with approximately 461 males and 499 females. The sex ratio is around 1082 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 77 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 381. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.83%, with male literacy at about 79.18% and female literacy near 63.13%. There are around 221 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotkhanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.