Kotana
Kotana is a village located in Jharbandha tehsil of Bargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Jharbandha (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Bargarh. As per 2009 stats, Jharabandh is the gram panchayat of Kotana village.
Here you can discover what makes Kotana unique in its vibrant Jharbandha-Bargarh region. You’ll see Kotana’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 Kotana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotana is 379905. The village spans a total geographical area of 539 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768034. Padmapur is nearest town to Kotana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
Google Map of Kotana
Population of Kotana
According to the 2011 Census, Kotana has a total population of about 1,485, with approximately 677 males and 808 females. The sex ratio is around 1193 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 157 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 201 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 271. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.85%, with male literacy at about 77.10% and female literacy near 67.45%. There are around 321 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,485 | 677 | 808 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 81 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 76 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 271 | 120 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 1,067 | 522 | 545 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 155 | 263 |
Connectivity of Kotana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotana. As per the 2011 stats, Kotana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotana
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotana
- Where is Kotana located?
- Kotana village is situated in Jharbandha Tehsil, within the Bargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kotana is Jharabandh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kotana?
- The pincode of Kotana is 768034, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotana is 1,485, with 677 males and 808 females.
- How many households are there in Kotana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotana village has a total of 321 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotana is 71.85%. The male literacy rate is 77.10%, while the female literacy rate is 67.45%.