Kothurna
Kothurna is a village located in Khairlanji tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Khairlanji (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Kothurna village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kothurna unique in its vibrant Khairlanji-Balaghat region. You’ll see Kothurna’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 Kothurna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kothurna is 497454. The village spans a total geographical area of 485.48 hectares. Waraseoni is nearest town to Kothurna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kothurna 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 Waraseoni Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kothurna
Population of Kothurna
According to the 2011 Census, Kothurna has a total population of about 1,774, with approximately 914 males and 860 females. The sex ratio is around 940 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 198 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 23 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 331. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.88%, with male literacy at about 76.37% and female literacy near 60.93%. There are around 462 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kothurna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,774 | 914 | 860 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 107 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 331 | 159 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 1,222 | 698 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 552 | 216 | 336 |
Connectivity of Kothurna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kothurna. As per the 2011 stats, Kothurna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kothurna
Knowing the nearby villages of Kothurna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kothurna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kothurna
- Where is Kothurna located?
- Kothurna village is situated in Khairlanji Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kothurna?
- Kothurna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kothurna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kothurna is 1,774, with 914 males and 860 females.
- How many households are there in Kothurna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kothurna village has a total of 462 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kothurna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kothurna is 68.88%. The male literacy rate is 76.37%, while the female literacy rate is 60.93%.