Kota - Jeypore, Koraput
Kota is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Gadapadara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kota is 429056. The village covers a total geographical area of 650 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kota
According to the 2011 Census, Kota village had a total population of 519 people, including 254 males and 265 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.36%, with male literacy at 43.14% and female literacy at 28.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 133, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 379.
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 | 519 | 254 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 50 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 71 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 379 | 176 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 88 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 166 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Kota
Kota 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 Kota
Kota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kota.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Kota is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kota is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kota
Where is Kota located?
Kota village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kota?
The Gram Panchayat of Kota is Gadapadara.
What is the pincode of Kota?
The pincode of Kota is 764002.
What is the population of Kota?
Kota had a total population of 519, including 254 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Kota?
Kota had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kota was 35.36%. Male literacy was 43.14% and female literacy was 28.25%.