Kotar - Churhat, Sidhi
Kotar is a village situated in the Churhat tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Churhat and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Sidhi. Padriya Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotar is 502563. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.46 hectares and falls under the 486775 pincode. Churhat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kotar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churhat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotar
As per Census 2011, Kotar village has a total population of 139 people, consisting of 69 males and 70 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 90 literate and 49 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 139 | 69 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 53 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 16 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Kotar
Kotar 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 Kotar
Kotar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Churhat to Kotar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sidhi to Kotar is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kotar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kotar
Where is Kotar located?
Kotar village is located in Churhat Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotar is Padriya Kala.
What is the pincode of Kotar?
The pincode of Kotar is 486775.
What is the population of Kotar?
Kotar has a total population of 139, including 69 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Kotar?
There are 32 households in Kotar.
What is the literacy rate in Kotar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotar is 64.75%. Male literacy is 76.81% and female literacy is 52.86%.