Kotmer
Kotmer is a village located in Dharamgarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Dharamgarh (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Tipiguda is the gram panchayat of Kotmer village.
Here you can discover what makes Kotmer unique in its vibrant Dharamgarh-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Kotmer’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 Kotmer
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotmer is 423932. The village spans a total geographical area of 400 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766029. Junagarh is nearest town to Kotmer village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kotmer
Population of Kotmer
According to the 2011 Census, Kotmer has a total population of about 1,445, with approximately 714 males and 731 females. The sex ratio is around 1023 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 220 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 488 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 200. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.47%, with male literacy at about 65.27% and female literacy near 26.13%. There are around 387 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotmer's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,445 | 714 | 731 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 107 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 488 | 235 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 200 | 102 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 657 | 466 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 788 | 248 | 540 |
Connectivity of Kotmer
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotmer. As per the 2011 stats, Kotmer had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotmer
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotmer helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotmer.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotmer
- Where is Kotmer located?
- Kotmer village is situated in Dharamgarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotmer?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kotmer is Tipiguda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kotmer?
- The pincode of Kotmer is 766029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotmer as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotmer is 1,445, with 714 males and 731 females.
- How many households are there in Kotmer as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotmer village has a total of 387 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotmer as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotmer is 45.47%. The male literacy rate is 65.27%, while the female literacy rate is 26.13%.