Kotij
Kotij is a village located in Kadegaon tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Kadegaon (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Kotij village is also a gram panchayat.
Kotij has its own place in the vibrant Sangli 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 Kotij
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotij is 568466. The village spans a total geographical area of 491.87 hectares. Vita is nearest town to Kotij village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kotij 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 Palus-kadegaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kotij
Population of Kotij
Below is a concise population overview of Kotij as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,182 | 572 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 62 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 48 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 859 | 463 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 109 | 214 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kotij village:
- The total population of Kotij village is around 1,182, including approximately 572 males and 610 females, with a sex ratio of 1066 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 111 children aged 0–6 years in Kotij village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kotij village has 97 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kotij village is about 72.67%, with male literacy at 80.94% and female literacy at 64.92%.
- There are around 273 households in Kotij village.
Connectivity of Kotij
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotij. As per the 2011 stats, Kotij 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 Kotij
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotij helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotij.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotij
- Where is Kotij located?
- Kotij village is situated in Kadegaon Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotij?
- Kotij serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kotij as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotij is 1,182, with 572 males and 610 females.
- How many households are there in Kotij as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotij village has a total of 273 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotij as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotij is 72.67%. The male literacy rate is 80.94%, while the female literacy rate is 64.92%.