Kotra Khera - Palera, Tikamgarh
Kotra Khera is a village situated in the Palera tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. Boodour serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotra Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotra Khera is 456991. The village covers a total geographical area of 425.41 hectares and falls under the 472118 pincode. Palera is the nearest town.
Kotra Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khargapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotra Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Kotra Khera village had a total population of 529 people, including 271 males and 258 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.33%, with male literacy at 47.47% and female literacy at 37.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 289.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 529 | 271 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 54 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 289 | 140 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 103 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 168 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Kotra Khera
Kotra Khera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Budaur | East | 1.90 km |
| Mahendra Maheva | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Thar | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Khumanganj | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Lidhora Naj. Tori | South | 3.04 km |
| Ghutkada Sanjayanagar | North-East | 3.46 km |
| Tapriyan Chauhan | South-East | 3.55 km |
| Gowa | North | 3.81 km |
| Kudyala | North | 3.89 km |
| Mallpura | North-East | 4.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotra Khera
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Kotra Khera. The nearest railway station is Mau Ranipur, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Kotra Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotra Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kotra Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotra Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotra Khera
Where is Kotra Khera located?
Kotra Khera village is located in Palera Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotra Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotra Khera is Boodour.
What is the pincode of Kotra Khera?
The pincode of Kotra Khera is 472118.
What is the population of Kotra Khera?
Kotra Khera had a total population of 529, including 271 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Kotra Khera?
Kotra Khera had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotra Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotra Khera was 42.33%. Male literacy was 47.47% and female literacy was 37.09%.