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.
Here you can discover what makes Kotij unique in its vibrant Kadegaon-Sangli region. You’ll see Kotij’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kotij has a total population of about 1,182, with approximately 572 males and 610 females. The sex ratio is around 1066 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 111 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 97 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.67%, with male literacy at about 80.94% and female literacy near 64.92%. There are around 273 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotij's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.