Kotluk
Kotluk is a village located in Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 53km away from sub-district headquarter Guhagar (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Kotluk village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kotluk unique in its vibrant Guhagar-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Kotluk’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 Kotluk
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotluk is 565427. The village spans a total geographical area of 955.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415703. Chiplun is nearest town to Kotluk village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kotluk village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Guhagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kotluk
Population of Kotluk
According to the 2011 Census, Kotluk has a total population of about 1,330, with approximately 571 males and 759 females. The sex ratio is around 1329 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 137 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 227 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.75%, with male literacy at about 80.04% and female literacy near 63.77%. There are around 371 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotluk's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,330 | 571 | 759 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 71 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 104 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 941 | 457 | 484 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 114 | 275 |
Connectivity of Kotluk
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotluk. As per the 2011 stats, Kotluk 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotluk
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotluk helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotluk.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotluk
- Where is Kotluk located?
- Kotluk village is situated in Guhagar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotluk?
- Kotluk serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kotluk?
- The pincode of Kotluk is 415703, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotluk as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotluk is 1,330, with 571 males and 759 females.
- How many households are there in Kotluk as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotluk village has a total of 371 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotluk as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotluk is 70.75%. The male literacy rate is 80.04%, while the female literacy rate is 63.77%.