Kota
Kota is a village located in Jaitpur tehsil of Shahdol district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 46km away from sub-district headquarter Jaitpur (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Shahdol. As per 2009 stats, Kota village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kota unique in its vibrant Jaitpur-Shahdol region. You’ll see Kota’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kota
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kota is 501679. The village spans a total geographical area of 523.95 hectares. Shahdol is nearest town to Kota village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 80km away.
Google Map of Kota
Population of Kota
According to the 2011 Census, Kota has a total population of about 995, with approximately 494 males and 501 females. The sex ratio is around 1014 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 156 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 45 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 881. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.28%, with male literacy at about 64.78% and female literacy near 47.90%. There are around 201 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kota's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 995 | 494 | 501 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 73 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 881 | 435 | 446 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 320 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 174 | 261 |
Connectivity of Kota
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kota. As per the 2011 stats, Kota had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Kota
Knowing the nearby villages of Kota helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kota.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kota
- Where is Kota located?
- Kota village is situated in Jaitpur Tehsil, within the Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kota?
- Kota serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kota is 995, with 494 males and 501 females.
- How many households are there in Kota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kota village has a total of 201 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kota as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kota is 56.28%. The male literacy rate is 64.78%, while the female literacy rate is 47.90%.