Kotapal
Kotapal is a village located in Dhenkanal Sadar tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Dhenkanal Sadar (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Tarabha is the gram panchayat of Kotapal village.
Here you can discover what makes Kotapal unique in its vibrant Dhenkanal Sadar-Dhenkanal region. You’ll see Kotapal’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 Kotapal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotapal is 403182. The village spans a total geographical area of 107 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759013. Dhenkanal is nearest town to Kotapal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Kotapal
Population of Kotapal
According to the 2011 Census, Kotapal has a total population of about 306, with approximately 158 males and 148 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 32 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 44 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.31%, with male literacy at about 52.53% and female literacy near 50.00%. There are around 61 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotapal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 306 | 158 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 157 | 83 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 75 | 74 |
Connectivity of Kotapal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotapal. As per the 2011 stats, Kotapal 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotapal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotapal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotapal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotapal
- Where is Kotapal located?
- Kotapal village is situated in Dhenkanal Sadar Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotapal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kotapal is Tarabha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kotapal?
- The pincode of Kotapal is 759013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotapal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotapal is 306, with 158 males and 148 females.
- How many households are there in Kotapal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotapal village has a total of 61 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotapal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotapal is 51.31%. The male literacy rate is 52.53%, while the female literacy rate is 50.00%.