Kothabruti - Aali, Kendrapara
Kothabruti is a village situated in the Aali tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aali and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Palimi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothabruti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothabruti is 396092. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 755061 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kothabruti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kothabruti
As per Census 2011, Kothabruti village has a total population of 510 people, consisting of 242 males and 268 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 1,107 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 306 literate and 204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 325 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothabruti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 510 | 242 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 43 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 153 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 164 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 78 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Kothabruti
Kothabruti is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Eradanga | North-East | 0.79 km |
| Palimi | North | 0.89 km |
| Ganeswarpur | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Raulidia | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Natara | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Mohanpur | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Kusumi | East | 2.55 km |
| Gunudia | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Penthapal | South | 2.78 km |
| Desahi | North | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kothabruti
Public transport in the Kothabruti is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhanmandal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.5 km.
| 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 Jajapur to Kothabruti is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Kothabruti is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothabruti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothabruti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kothabruti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothabruti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kothabruti
Where is Kothabruti located?
Kothabruti village is located in Aali Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothabruti?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothabruti is Palimi.
What is the pincode of Kothabruti?
The pincode of Kothabruti is 755061.
What is the population of Kothabruti?
Kothabruti has a total population of 510, including 242 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Kothabruti?
There are 117 households in Kothabruti.
What is the literacy rate in Kothabruti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothabruti is 60.00%. Male literacy is 67.77% and female literacy is 52.99%.