Kotavade

Kotavade is a village located in Ratnagiri tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Ratnagiri (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Kotavade village is also a gram panchayat.

Kotavade has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kotavade

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotavade is 565521. The village spans a total geographical area of 970.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415617. Ratnagiri is nearest town to Kotavade village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kotavade 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 Ratnagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kotavade

Below is a concise population overview of Kotavade as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,965 1,434 1,531
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 253 136 117
Scheduled Castes (SC) 223 113 110
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 5 2 3
Literate Population 2,311 1,210 1,101
Illiterate Population 654 224 430

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kotavade village:

  • The total population of Kotavade village is around 2,965, including approximately 1,434 males and 1,531 females, with a sex ratio of 1067 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 253 children aged 0–6 years in Kotavade village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kotavade village has 223 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kotavade village is about 77.94%, with male literacy at 84.38% and female literacy at 71.91%.
  • There are around 761 households in Kotavade village.

Connectivity of Kotavade

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotavade. As per the 2011 stats, Kotavade 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 Kotavade

Knowing the nearby villages of Kotavade helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotavade.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kotavade

Where is Kotavade located?
Kotavade village is situated in Ratnagiri Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotavade?
Kotavade serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kotavade?
The pincode of Kotavade is 415617, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kotavade as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotavade is 2,965, with 1,434 males and 1,531 females.
How many households are there in Kotavade as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kotavade village has a total of 761 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotavade as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotavade is 77.94%. The male literacy rate is 84.38%, while the female literacy rate is 71.91%.