Kottamal - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Kottamal is a village situated in the Sironcha tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironcha and around 212 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Garkapetha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kottamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kottamal is 540042. The village covers a total geographical area of 238.09 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Warangal is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Kottamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kottamal
As per Census 2011, Kottamal village has a total population of 325 people, consisting of 163 males and 162 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 181 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kottamal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 325 | 163 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 54 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 100 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 63 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Kottamal
Kottamal 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 Kottamal
Public transport in the Kottamal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Warangal to Kottamal is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Kottamal is about 212 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kottamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kottamal 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kottamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kottamal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kottamal
Where is Kottamal located?
Kottamal village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kottamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kottamal is Garkapetha.
What is the pincode of Kottamal?
The pincode of Kottamal is 442504.
What is the population of Kottamal?
Kottamal has a total population of 325, including 163 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Kottamal?
There are 86 households in Kottamal.
What is the literacy rate in Kottamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kottamal is 55.69%. Male literacy is 61.35% and female literacy is 50.00%.