Kotha Buzurg - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Kotha Buzurg is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Kota Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotha Buzurg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotha Buzurg is 477972. The village covers a total geographical area of 450.67 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kotha Buzurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kotha Buzurg
According to the 2011 Census, Kotha Buzurg village had a total population of 1,365 people, including 675 males and 690 females, living in 252 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.08%, with male literacy at 46.35% and female literacy at 35.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,363.
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 | 1,365 | 675 | 690 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 155 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,363 | 674 | 689 |
| Literate Population | 435 | 241 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 930 | 434 | 496 |
Nearby Villages of Kotha Buzurg
Kotha Buzurg 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 Kotha Buzurg
Kotha Buzurg 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhiranya to Kotha Buzurg is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Kotha Buzurg is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotha Buzurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotha Buzurg 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotha Buzurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotha Buzurg 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 Kotha Buzurg
Where is Kotha Buzurg located?
Kotha Buzurg village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotha Buzurg?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotha Buzurg is Kota Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Kotha Buzurg?
The pincode of Kotha Buzurg is 451332.
What is the population of Kotha Buzurg?
Kotha Buzurg had a total population of 1,365, including 675 males and 690 females.
How many households are there in Kotha Buzurg?
Kotha Buzurg had 252 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotha Buzurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotha Buzurg was 41.08%. Male literacy was 46.35% and female literacy was 35.99%.