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
As per Census 2011, B.Kotibadi village has a total population of 1,748 people, consisting of 852 males and 896 females. The village has 383 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 225 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 834 literate and 914 illiterate residents. Additionally, 275 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for B.Kotibadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,748 | 852 | 896 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 111 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 127 | 148 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,748, including 852 males and 896 females.
How many households are there in B.Kotibadi?
There are 383 households in B.Kotibadi.
What is the literacy rate in B.Kotibadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of B.Kotibadi is 47.71%. Male literacy is 53.40% and female literacy is 42.30%.