Kotra
Kotra is a village located in Chachaura tehsil of Guna district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Chachaura (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Guna. As per 2009 stats, Kotra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kotra unique in its vibrant Chachaura-Guna region. You’ll see Kotra’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 Kotra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotra is 499924. The village spans a total geographical area of 620 hectares. Chachaura-binaganj is nearest town to Kotra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kotra 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 Chachoura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kotra
Population of Kotra
According to the 2011 Census, Kotra has a total population of about 1,243, with approximately 642 males and 601 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 181 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 236 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 17. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.89%, with male literacy at about 70.09% and female literacy near 46.92%. There are around 240 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,243 | 642 | 601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 92 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 120 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 732 | 450 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 511 | 192 | 319 |
Connectivity of Kotra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotra. As per the 2011 stats, Kotra 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotra
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotra
- Where is Kotra located?
- Kotra village is situated in Chachaura Tehsil, within the Guna district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotra?
- Kotra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kotra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotra is 1,243, with 642 males and 601 females.
- How many households are there in Kotra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotra village has a total of 240 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotra is 58.89%. The male literacy rate is 70.09%, while the female literacy rate is 46.92%.