Kotagara
Kotagara is a village located in Tumusingha tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Tumusingha (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Kotagara village is also a gram panchayat.
Kotagara has its own place in the vibrant Dhenkanal 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 Kotagara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotagara is 402883. The village spans a total geographical area of 191 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759026. Dhenkanal is nearest town to Kotagara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kotagara 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 Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kotagara
Population of Kotagara
Below is a concise population overview of Kotagara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,391 | 732 | 659 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 90 | 52 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 118 | 122 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 26 | 36 |
Literate Population | 1,090 | 605 | 485 |
Illiterate Population | 301 | 127 | 174 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kotagara village:
- The total population of Kotagara village is around 1,391, including approximately 732 males and 659 females, with a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 142 children aged 0–6 years in Kotagara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kotagara village has 240 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 62 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kotagara village is about 78.36%, with male literacy at 82.65% and female literacy at 73.60%.
- There are around 307 households in Kotagara village.
Connectivity of Kotagara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotagara. As per the 2011 stats, Kotagara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotagara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotagara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotagara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotagara
- Where is Kotagara located?
- Kotagara village is situated in Tumusingha Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotagara?
- Kotagara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kotagara?
- The pincode of Kotagara is 759026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotagara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotagara is 1,391, with 732 males and 659 females.
- How many households are there in Kotagara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotagara village has a total of 307 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotagara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotagara is 78.36%. The male literacy rate is 82.65%, while the female literacy rate is 73.60%.