Kotam
About Kotam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kotam village is 403337. Kotam village is located in Dhenkanal Sadar tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Dhenkanal Sadar (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Kotam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 242 hectares. Kotam has a total population of 1,013 peoples, out of which male population is 553 while female population is 460. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 831 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kotam village is 73.45% out of which 82.82% males and 62.17% females are literate. There are about 263 houses in kotam village. Pincode of kotam village locality is 759015.
When it comes to administration, Kotam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kotam village comes under Hindol Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency. Dhenkanal is nearest town to kotam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Kotam
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,013 | 553 | 460 |
| Literate Population | 744 | 458 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 95 | 174 |
Connectivity of Kotam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotam
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotam
Where is Kotam located?
Kotam village is situated in Dhenkanal Sadar Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotam?
Kotam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kotam?
The pincode of Kotam is 759015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kotam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotam is 1,013, with 553 males and 460 females.
How many households are there in Kotam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kotam village has a total of 263 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotam is 73.45%. The male literacy rate is 82.82%, while the female literacy rate is 62.17%.