Kotda - Piploda, Ratlam
Kotda is a village situated in the Piploda tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piploda and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Gudarkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotda is 470037. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.91 hectares and falls under the 457331 pincode. Piploda is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kotda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kotda
As per Census 2011, Kotda village has a total population of 552 people, consisting of 288 males and 264 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 93 literate and 459 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 483 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 552 | 288 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 57 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 483 | 252 | 231 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 64 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 224 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Kotda
Kotda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sabalgarh | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Mothiya | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Rankhet | South | 2.36 km |
| Ummedpura | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Badinal | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Gudar Kheda | East | 2.89 km |
| Parpatiya | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Luhar Khali | North-West | 3.94 km |
| Chachri | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Bhamriya | South-West | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kotda. The nearest railway station is Brayla Chaurasi, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Piploda to Kotda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Kotda is about 35 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
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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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 5-10 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 Piploda Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotda is Gudarkheda.
What is the pincode of Kotda?
The pincode of Kotda is 457331.
What is the population of Kotda?
Kotda has a total population of 552, including 288 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Kotda?
There are 105 households in Kotda.
What is the literacy rate in Kotda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotda is 16.85%. Male literacy is 22.22% and female literacy is 10.98%.