Kotiadi - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Kotiadi is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Paikkandmundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotiadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotiadi is 424205. The village covers a total geographical area of 299 hectares and falls under the 766018 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Kotiadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotiadi
As per Census 2011, Kotiadi village has a total population of 553 people, consisting of 268 males and 285 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 246 literate and 307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 269 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotiadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 553 | 268 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 129 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 156 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 112 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Kotiadi
Kotiadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kotiadi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kotiadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Kotiadi is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kotiadi is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotiadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotiadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotiadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotiadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kotiadi
Where is Kotiadi located?
Kotiadi village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotiadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotiadi is Paikkandmundi.
What is the pincode of Kotiadi?
The pincode of Kotiadi is 766018.
What is the population of Kotiadi?
Kotiadi has a total population of 553, including 268 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Kotiadi?
There are 136 households in Kotiadi.
What is the literacy rate in Kotiadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotiadi is 44.48%. Male literacy is 58.21% and female literacy is 31.58%.