Kotda Bahadur - Sitamau, Mandsaur
Kotda Bahadur is a village situated in the Sitamau tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitamau and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Kotda Bhadur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotda Bahadur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotda Bahadur is 469761. The village covers a total geographical area of 1018.41 hectares and falls under the 458558 pincode. Sitamau is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kotda Bahadur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotda Bahadur
As per Census 2011, Kotda Bahadur village has a total population of 2,145 people, consisting of 1,096 males and 1,049 females. The village has 463 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 253 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,270 literate and 875 illiterate residents. Additionally, 457 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotda Bahadur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,145 | 1,096 | 1,049 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 140 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 457 | 235 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 1,270 | 804 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 875 | 292 | 583 |
Nearby Villages of Kotda Bahadur
Kotda Bahadur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhilyakhedi | North | 2.33 km |
| Rupni | West | 2.62 km |
| Kotpiplya | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Kotdamata | East | 2.83 km |
| Boliya | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Risthal | South | 3.43 km |
| Betikhedi | West | 3.85 km |
| Ranayra | North-West | 3.85 km |
| Payakhedi | North | 4.11 km |
| Deori | West | 4.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotda Bahadur
Kotda Bahadur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Shamgarh, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.3 km.
| 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 Sitamau to Kotda Bahadur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Kotda Bahadur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotda Bahadur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotda Bahadur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kotda Bahadur
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 Bahadur 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 Bahadur
Where is Kotda Bahadur located?
Kotda Bahadur village is located in Sitamau Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotda Bahadur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotda Bahadur is Kotda Bhadur.
What is the pincode of Kotda Bahadur?
The pincode of Kotda Bahadur is 458558.
What is the population of Kotda Bahadur?
Kotda Bahadur has a total population of 2,145, including 1,096 males and 1,049 females.
How many households are there in Kotda Bahadur?
There are 463 households in Kotda Bahadur.
What is the literacy rate in Kotda Bahadur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotda Bahadur is 59.21%. Male literacy is 73.36% and female literacy is 44.42%.