Kottakonda Bk. - Etapalli, Gadchiroli
Kottakonda Bk. is a village situated in the Etapalli tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 66 km from the tehsil headquarters in Etapalli and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Ghotsur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kottakonda Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kottakonda Bk. is 539544. The village covers a total geographical area of 1226.83 hectares and falls under the 442704 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Kottakonda Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kottakonda Bk.
As per Census 2011, Kottakonda Bk. village has a total population of 375 people, consisting of 183 males and 192 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 164 literate and 211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 365 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kottakonda Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 375 | 183 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 365 | 180 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 86 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 97 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Kottakonda Bk.
Kottakonda Bk. 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 Kottakonda Bk.
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kottakonda Bk..
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Gadchiroli to Kottakonda Bk. is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kottakonda Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kottakonda Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kottakonda Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kottakonda Bk. 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kottakonda Bk.
Where is Kottakonda Bk. located?
Kottakonda Bk. village is located in Etapalli Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kottakonda Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Kottakonda Bk. is Ghotsur.
What is the pincode of Kottakonda Bk.?
The pincode of Kottakonda Bk. is 442704.
What is the population of Kottakonda Bk.?
Kottakonda Bk. has a total population of 375, including 183 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Kottakonda Bk.?
There are 63 households in Kottakonda Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Kottakonda Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kottakonda Bk. is 43.73%. Male literacy is 46.99% and female literacy is 40.63%.