B.Kotibadi - Surada, Ganjam
B.Kotibadi is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Hukuma serves as the Gram Panchayat for B.Kotibadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of B.Kotibadi is 410835. The village covers a total geographical area of 347 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
B.Kotibadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of B.Kotibadi
According to the 2011 Census, B.Kotibadi village had a total population of 1,748 people, including 852 males and 896 females, living in 383 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.76%, with male literacy at 61.40% and female literacy at 48.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 275.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,748 | 852 | 896 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 111 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 127 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 834 | 455 | 379 |
| Illiterate Population | 914 | 397 | 517 |
Nearby Villages of B.Kotibadi
B.Kotibadi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sundhidihapalli | North | 1.58 km |
| Jhuntiapalli | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Bahukapalli | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Muliapalli | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Bhaliapada | South | 3.01 km |
| Bijayagopalapur | South | 3.14 km |
| Bijegopalapur | South | 3.52 km |
| Hatigada | North | 3.63 km |
| Haripur | East | 3.73 km |
| Genja | North | 3.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of B.Kotibadi
B.Kotibadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to B.Kotibadi is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to B.Kotibadi is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in B.Kotibadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for B.Kotibadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in B.Kotibadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving B.Kotibadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about B.Kotibadi
Where is B.Kotibadi located?
B.Kotibadi village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of B.Kotibadi?
The Gram Panchayat of B.Kotibadi is Hukuma.
What is the pincode of B.Kotibadi?
The pincode of B.Kotibadi is 761108.
What is the population of B.Kotibadi?
B.Kotibadi had a total population of 1,748, including 852 males and 896 females.
How many households are there in B.Kotibadi?
B.Kotibadi had 383 households.
What is the literacy rate in B.Kotibadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of B.Kotibadi was 54.76%. Male literacy was 61.40% and female literacy was 48.47%.