Kotbandhani - Shahade, Nandurbar
Kotbandhani is a village situated in the Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahade and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Kotbandhani village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotbandhani is 525451. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 425432 pincode. Shahade is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kotbandhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotbandhani
According to the 2011 Census, Kotbandhani village had a total population of 1,937 people, including 952 males and 985 females, living in 332 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.56%, with male literacy at 33.68% and female literacy at 25.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,925.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,937 | 952 | 985 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 533 | 272 | 261 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,925 | 944 | 981 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 229 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,522 | 723 | 799 |
Nearby Villages of Kotbandhani
Kotbandhani 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 Kotbandhani
Kotbandhani 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 Shahade to Kotbandhani is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Kotbandhani is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotbandhani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotbandhani 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotbandhani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotbandhani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kotbandhani
Where is Kotbandhani located?
Kotbandhani village is located in Shahade Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kotbandhani?
Kotbandhani is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotbandhani?
The pincode of Kotbandhani is 425432.
What is the population of Kotbandhani?
Kotbandhani had a total population of 1,937, including 952 males and 985 females.
How many households are there in Kotbandhani?
Kotbandhani had 332 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotbandhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotbandhani was 29.56%. Male literacy was 33.68% and female literacy was 25.69%.