Kotiya
Kotiya is a Town and Tehsil in Koraput District of Odisha. In India, a tehsil is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Kotiya Block (CD) is 03219. The total area of Kotiya Tehsil is 68 km². Kotiya has a sex ratio of approximately 1063 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Kotiya Tehsil
Kotiya Tehsil has a total of 34 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Kotiya Tehsil, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arjuvalsa | Kotiya | Jeypur (44 km) |
| 2 | Barnapadu | Kotiya | Jeypur (76 km) |
| 3 | Borabandha | Kotiya | Jeypur (40 km) |
| 4 | Chintalmanjari | Upparkanti | Jeypur (40 km) |
| 5 | Dhulipadar | Kotiya | Jeypur (42 km) |
| 6 | Doliamba | Kotiya | Jeypur (54 km) |
| 7 | Galigapadar | Nuagaon | Jeypur (45 km) |
| 8 | Ganjaipadar | Kotiya | Jeypur (40 km) |
| 9 | Gichamanjari | Upparkanti | Jeypur (46 km) |
| 10 | Gumelpadar | Kotiya | Jeypur (47 km) |
| 11 | Harmandangi | Kotiya | Jeypur (52 km) |
| 12 | Hirtunipodar | Upparkanti | Jeypur (43 km) |
| 13 | Katraguda | Kotiya | Jeypur (45 km) |
| 14 | Konadora | Kotiya | Jeypur (59 km) |
| 15 | Kotiya | Kotiya | Jeypur (43 km) |
| 16 | Madkar | Sunki | Jeypur (55 km) |
| 17 | Mahipani | Kotiya | Koraput (47 km) |
| 18 | Mathalambo | Ralegada | Jeypur (38 km) |
| 19 | Nandaparti | Kotiya | Jeypur (40 km) |
| 20 | Naringopodar | Parajamuthai | Jeypur (62 km) |
| 21 | Narlavalasa | Kotiya | Jeypur (41 km) |
| 22 | Paniki | Kotiya | Jeypur (50 km) |
| 23 | Phagunsenary | Kotiya | Jeypur (50 km) |
| 24 | Phattusenary | Kotiya | Jeypur (65 km) |
| 25 | Ranasingi | Kotiya | Jeypur (47 km) |
| 26 | Sendheri | Upparkanti | Koraput (66 km) |
| 27 | Sidivalsa | Kotiya | Jeypur (48 km) |
| 28 | Solapguda | Kotiya | Jeypur (55 km) |
| 29 | Soliamari | Kotiya | Jeypur (44 km) |
| 30 | Tadivalsa | Kotiya | Jeypur (42 km) |
| 31 | Talakanti | Kotiya | Jeypur (43 km) |
| 32 | Talasembi | Kotiya | Jeypur (40 km) |
| 33 | Thuria | Kotiya | Jeypur (50 km) |
| 34 | Uppersembi | Kotiya | Jeypur (40 km) |
Population of Kotiya Tehsil
The population profile of Kotiya Tehsil offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Kotiya Tehsil's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,063 | 10,063 | N/A |
| Male Population | 4,876 | 4,876 | N/A |
| Female Population | 5,187 | 5,187 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,953 | 1,953 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 994 | 994 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 959 | 959 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,786 | 1,786 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 1,204 | 1,204 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 582 | 582 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 8,277 | 8,277 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,672 | 3,672 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,605 | 4,605 | N/A |
| Total Households | 2,400 | 2,400 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 10,063 people. Includes nearly 4,876 males and 5,187 females. Rural population is about 10,063 people.
- There are around 1,953 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 994 boys and 959 girls.
- Literate population is about 1,786 people. Non-literate population is around 8,277 people.
- There are nearly 2,400 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Kotiya Tehsil, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 175 | 175 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 81 | 81 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 94 | 94 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 8,975 | 8,975 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 4,333 | 4,333 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 4,642 | 4,642 | N/A |
| Population Density | 148 / km² | 148 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kotiya Tehsil is approximately 175 people, including 81 males and 94 females. Around 175 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kotiya Tehsil is about 8,975 people, including 4,333 males and 4,642 females. Around 8,975 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 148 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 148 people per sq. km.