Kotgul - Korchi, Gadchiroli
Kotgul is a village situated in the Korchi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korchi and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Kotgul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotgul is 538846. The village covers a total geographical area of 497.78 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Kotgul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kotgul
As per Census 2011, Kotgul village has a total population of 1,226 people, consisting of 597 males and 629 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 951 literate and 275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 895 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotgul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,226 | 597 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 57 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 70 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 895 | 429 | 466 |
| Literate Population | 951 | 494 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 103 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Kotgul
Kotgul 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 Kotgul
Public transport in the Kotgul 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 Desaiganj to Kotgul is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Kotgul is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotgul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotgul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kotgul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotgul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotgul
Where is Kotgul located?
Kotgul village is located in Korchi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotgul?
Kotgul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotgul?
The pincode of Kotgul is 441209.
What is the population of Kotgul?
Kotgul has a total population of 1,226, including 597 males and 629 females.
How many households are there in Kotgul?
There are 290 households in Kotgul.
What is the literacy rate in Kotgul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotgul is 77.57%. Male literacy is 82.75% and female literacy is 72.66%.