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.
Kothurna has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Kothurna as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kothurna village:
- The total population of Kothurna village is around 1,774, including approximately 914 males and 860 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 198 children aged 0–6 years in Kothurna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kothurna village has 23 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 331 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kothurna village is about 68.88%, with male literacy at 76.37% and female literacy at 60.93%.
- There are around 462 households in Kothurna village.
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%.