Kotma

Kotma is a village located in Sohagpur tehsil of Shahdol district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from Shahdol, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kotma village. As per 2009 stats, Kotma village is also a gram panchayat.

Kotma has its own place in the vibrant Shahdol region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kotma

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotma is 501310. The village spans a total geographical area of 851.87 hectares. Shahdol is nearest town to Kotma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Kotma

Below is a concise population overview of Kotma as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,460 1,747 1,713
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 472 246 226
Scheduled Castes (SC) 84 44 40
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,624 803 821
Literate Population 1,847 1,056 791
Illiterate Population 1,613 691 922

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kotma village:

  • The total population of Kotma village is around 3,460, including approximately 1,747 males and 1,713 females, with a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 472 children aged 0–6 years in Kotma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kotma village has 84 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,624 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kotma village is about 53.38%, with male literacy at 60.45% and female literacy at 46.18%.
  • There are around 778 households in Kotma village.

Connectivity of Kotma

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotma. As per the 2011 stats, Kotma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kotma

Knowing the nearby villages of Kotma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotma.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kotma

Where is Kotma located?
Kotma village is situated in Sohagpur Tehsil, within the Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotma?
Kotma serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Kotma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotma is 3,460, with 1,747 males and 1,713 females.
How many households are there in Kotma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kotma village has a total of 778 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotma is 53.38%. The male literacy rate is 60.45%, while the female literacy rate is 46.18%.