Kotda - Petlawad, Jhabua
Kotda is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Bakalda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotda is 504265. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.45 hectares and falls under the 457770 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kotda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kotda
According to the 2011 Census, Kotda village had a total population of 476 people, including 235 males and 241 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.73%, with male literacy at 40.32% and female literacy at 29.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 466.
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 | 476 | 235 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 49 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 466 | 231 | 235 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 75 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 160 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Kotda
Kotda 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 Kotda
Kotda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlawad to Kotda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Kotda is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotda 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 Kotda
Where is Kotda located?
Kotda village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotda is Bakalda.
What is the pincode of Kotda?
The pincode of Kotda is 457770.
What is the population of Kotda?
Kotda had a total population of 476, including 235 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Kotda?
Kotda had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotda was 34.73%. Male literacy was 40.32% and female literacy was 29.44%.