Kotgaon
Kotgaon is a village located in Babai tehsil of Hoshangabad district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Babai (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Hoshangabad. As per 2009 stats, Kotegaon is the gram panchayat of Kotgaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Kotgaon unique in its vibrant Babai-Hoshangabad region. You’ll see Kotgaon’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 Kotgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotgaon is 487597. The village spans a total geographical area of 392.27 hectares. Hoshangabad is nearest town to Kotgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Kotgaon
Population of Kotgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kotgaon has a total population of about 1,977, with approximately 1,040 males and 937 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 288 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 143 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.69%, with male literacy at about 72.12% and female literacy near 45.89%. There are around 389 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,977 | 1,040 | 937 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 154 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 74 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,180 | 750 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 797 | 290 | 507 |
Connectivity of Kotgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kotgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotgaon
- Where is Kotgaon located?
- Kotgaon village is situated in Babai Tehsil, within the Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kotgaon is Kotegaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kotgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotgaon is 1,977, with 1,040 males and 937 females.
- How many households are there in Kotgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotgaon village has a total of 389 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotgaon is 59.69%. The male literacy rate is 72.12%, while the female literacy rate is 45.89%.