Kota - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Kota is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Patara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kota is 458405. The village covers a total geographical area of 565.05 hectares and falls under the 471405 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kota
According to the 2011 Census, Kota village had a total population of 317 people, including 165 males and 152 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.77%, with male literacy at 75.89% and female literacy at 53.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 200.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 317 | 165 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 24 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 200 | 104 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 107 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 58 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Kota
Kota is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kota
Kota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bijawar to Kota is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Kota is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kota
Where is Kota located?
Kota village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kota?
The Gram Panchayat of Kota is Patara.
What is the pincode of Kota?
The pincode of Kota is 471405.
What is the population of Kota?
Kota had a total population of 317, including 165 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Kota?
Kota had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kota was 65.77%. Male literacy was 75.89% and female literacy was 53.78%.