Kotra Kalan - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Kotra Kalan is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Kotra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotra Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotra Kalan is 480151. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.23 hectares and falls under the 465669 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kotra Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narsinghgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotra Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Kotra Kalan village had a total population of 1,562 people, including 838 males and 724 females, living in 377 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.16%, with male literacy at 82.19% and female literacy at 56.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 503, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 1,562 | 838 | 724 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 136 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 503 | 257 | 246 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 936 | 577 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 626 | 261 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of Kotra Kalan
Kotra Kalan 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 Kotra Kalan
Kotra Kalan 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 Narsinghgarh to Kotra Kalan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Kotra Kalan is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotra Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotra Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kotra Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotra Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kotra Kalan
Where is Kotra Kalan located?
Kotra Kalan village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotra Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotra Kalan is Kotra.
What is the pincode of Kotra Kalan?
The pincode of Kotra Kalan is 465669.
What is the population of Kotra Kalan?
Kotra Kalan had a total population of 1,562, including 838 males and 724 females.
How many households are there in Kotra Kalan?
Kotra Kalan had 377 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotra Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotra Kalan was 70.16%. Male literacy was 82.19% and female literacy was 56.80%.