Kotmi - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Kotmi is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Dahendri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotmi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotmi is 531643. The village covers a total geographical area of 679.58 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kotmi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kotmi
As per Census 2011, Kotmi village has a total population of 1,056 people, consisting of 528 males and 528 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 615 literate and 441 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,019 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotmi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,056 | 528 | 528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 70 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,019 | 508 | 511 |
| Literate Population | 615 | 370 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 441 | 158 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Kotmi
Kotmi 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 Kotmi
Kotmi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akot to Kotmi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Kotmi is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotmi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotmi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotmi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotmi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotmi
Where is Kotmi located?
Kotmi village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotmi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotmi is Dahendri.
What is the pincode of Kotmi?
The pincode of Kotmi is 444807.
What is the population of Kotmi?
Kotmi has a total population of 1,056, including 528 males and 528 females.
How many households are there in Kotmi?
There are 172 households in Kotmi.
What is the literacy rate in Kotmi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotmi is 58.24%. Male literacy is 70.08% and female literacy is 46.40%.