Kotahandi

Kotahandi is a village located in Bhairabsingipur tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Bhairabsingipur (tehsildar office) and 74km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Munja is the gram panchayat of Kotahandi village.

Kotahandi has its own place in the vibrant Koraput region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kotahandi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotahandi is 428292. The village spans a total geographical area of 84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764057. Koraput is nearest town to Kotahandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kotahandi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Koraput Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kotahandi

Below is a concise population overview of Kotahandi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 326 156 170
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 41 17 24
Scheduled Castes (SC) 54 23 31
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 26 13 13
Literate Population 166 98 68
Illiterate Population 160 58 102

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kotahandi village:

  • The total population of Kotahandi village is around 326, including approximately 156 males and 170 females, with a sex ratio of 1089 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 41 children aged 0–6 years in Kotahandi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kotahandi village has 54 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 26 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kotahandi village is about 50.92%, with male literacy at 62.82% and female literacy at 40.00%.
  • There are around 77 households in Kotahandi village.

Connectivity of Kotahandi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotahandi. As per the 2011 stats, Kotahandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kotahandi

Knowing the nearby villages of Kotahandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotahandi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kotahandi

Where is Kotahandi located?
Kotahandi village is situated in Bhairabsingipur Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotahandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotahandi is Munja (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kotahandi?
The pincode of Kotahandi is 764057, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kotahandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotahandi is 326, with 156 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Kotahandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kotahandi village has a total of 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotahandi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotahandi is 50.92%. The male literacy rate is 62.82%, while the female literacy rate is 40.00%.