Kotagada - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Kotagada is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kotagarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotagada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotagada is 417151. The village covers a total geographical area of 885 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Kotagada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotagada
As per Census 2011, Kotagada village has a total population of 4,448 people, consisting of 2,359 males and 2,089 females. The village has 992 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 529 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,023 literate and 1,425 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,058 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 944 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotagada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,448 | 2,359 | 2,089 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 529 | 297 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,058 | 518 | 540 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 944 | 538 | 406 |
| Literate Population | 3,023 | 1,778 | 1,245 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,425 | 581 | 844 |
Nearby Villages of Kotagada
Kotagada 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 Kotagada
Kotagada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rayagada to Kotagada is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kotagada is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotagada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotagada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kotagada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotagada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotagada
Where is Kotagada located?
Kotagada village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotagada?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotagada is Kotagarh.
What is the pincode of Kotagada?
The pincode of Kotagada is 762105.
What is the population of Kotagada?
Kotagada has a total population of 4,448, including 2,359 males and 2,089 females.
How many households are there in Kotagada?
There are 992 households in Kotagada.
What is the literacy rate in Kotagada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotagada is 67.96%. Male literacy is 75.37% and female literacy is 59.60%.