Kotabundel - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Kotabundel is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Benagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotabundel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotabundel is 422991. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Kotabundel 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 Kotabundel
According to the 2011 Census, Kotabundel village had a total population of 44 people, including 18 males and 26 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,444 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 5.56%, with female literacy at 10.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
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 | 44 | 18 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 1 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 18 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 18 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Kotabundel
Kotabundel 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 Kotabundel
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kotabundel.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Kotabundel is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotabundel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotabundel 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 Kotabundel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotabundel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotabundel
Where is Kotabundel located?
Kotabundel village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotabundel?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotabundel is Benagaon.
What is the pincode of Kotabundel?
The pincode of Kotabundel is 766027.
What is the population of Kotabundel?
Kotabundel had a total population of 44, including 18 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Kotabundel?
Kotabundel had 9 households.