Kotha Bujurg - Gogaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Kotha Bujurg is a village situated in the Gogaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gogaon and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Kotha Bujurg village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotha Bujurg is 477647. The village covers a total geographical area of 425.3 hectares and falls under the 451001 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kotha Bujurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhagwanpura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotha Bujurg
As per Census 2011, Kotha Bujurg village has a total population of 1,396 people, consisting of 712 males and 684 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 244 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 766 literate and 630 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 320 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotha Bujurg are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,396 | 712 | 684 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 122 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 67 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 320 | 157 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 766 | 461 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 630 | 251 | 379 |
Nearby Villages of Kotha Bujurg
Kotha Bujurg 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 Bujurg
Kotha Bujurg 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 | 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 Khargone to Kotha Bujurg is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotha Bujurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotha Bujurg village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kotha Bujurg
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 Bujurg village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kotha Bujurg
Where is Kotha Bujurg located?
Kotha Bujurg village is located in Gogaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotha Bujurg?
Kotha Bujurg is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotha Bujurg?
The pincode of Kotha Bujurg is 451001.
What is the population of Kotha Bujurg?
Kotha Bujurg has a total population of 1,396, including 712 males and 684 females.
How many households are there in Kotha Bujurg?
There are 286 households in Kotha Bujurg.
What is the literacy rate in Kotha Bujurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotha Bujurg is 54.87%. Male literacy is 64.75% and female literacy is 44.59%.