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.
Here you can discover what makes Kotma unique in its vibrant Sohagpur-Shahdol region. You’ll see Kotma’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 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.
Google Map of Kotma
Population of Kotma
According to the 2011 Census, Kotma has a total population of about 3,460, with approximately 1,747 males and 1,713 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 472 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 84 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,624. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.38%, with male literacy at about 60.45% and female literacy near 46.18%. There are around 778 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotma's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.