Kotagaon
Kotagaon is a village located in Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 43km away from sub-district headquarter Jayapatna (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Mandil is the gram panchayat of Kotagaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Kotagaon unique in its vibrant Jayapatna-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Kotagaon’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 Kotagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotagaon is 424088. The village spans a total geographical area of 509 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766013. Junagarh is nearest town to Kotagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Kotagaon
Population of Kotagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kotagaon has a total population of about 1,726, with approximately 878 males and 848 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 245 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 557 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 111. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.45%, with male literacy at about 60.82% and female literacy near 33.61%. There are around 473 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotagaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,726 | 878 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 131 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 557 | 274 | 283 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 52 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 819 | 534 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 907 | 344 | 563 |
Connectivity of Kotagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kotagaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotagaon
- Where is Kotagaon located?
- Kotagaon village is situated in Jayapatna Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotagaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kotagaon is Mandil (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kotagaon?
- The pincode of Kotagaon is 766013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotagaon is 1,726, with 878 males and 848 females.
- How many households are there in Kotagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotagaon village has a total of 473 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotagaon is 47.45%. The male literacy rate is 60.82%, while the female literacy rate is 33.61%.