Kotara
Kotara is a village located in Korchi tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Korchi (tehsildar office) and 125km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Kotra is the gram panchayat of Kotara village.
Here you can discover what makes Kotara unique in its vibrant Korchi-Gadchiroli region. You’ll see Kotara’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 Kotara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotara is 538742. The village spans a total geographical area of 378.81 hectares. Desaiganj is nearest town to Kotara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 85km away.
Google Map of Kotara
Population of Kotara
According to the 2011 Census, Kotara has a total population of about 1,176, with approximately 597 males and 579 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 103 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 122 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 803. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.81%, with male literacy at about 79.56% and female literacy near 67.88%. There are around 193 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,176 | 597 | 579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 50 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 57 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 803 | 421 | 382 |
| Literate Population | 868 | 475 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 122 | 186 |
Connectivity of Kotara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotara. As per the 2011 stats, Kotara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotara
- Where is Kotara located?
- Kotara village is situated in Korchi Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kotara is Kotra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kotara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotara is 1,176, with 597 males and 579 females.
- How many households are there in Kotara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotara village has a total of 193 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotara is 73.81%. The male literacy rate is 79.56%, while the female literacy rate is 67.88%.