Kotpad - Kotpad, Koraput
Kotpad is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Girla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotpad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotpad is 428110. The village covers a total geographical area of 1818 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Kotpad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotpad
As per Census 2011, Kotpad village has a total population of 1,466 people, consisting of 705 males and 761 females. The village has 362 households and a sex ratio of 1,079 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 577 literate and 889 illiterate residents. Additionally, 175 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,010 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotpad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,466 | 705 | 761 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 113 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 76 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,010 | 483 | 527 |
| Literate Population | 577 | 362 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 889 | 343 | 546 |
Nearby Villages of Kotpad
Kotpad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anlabhata | South | 3.06 km |
| Chitagam | East | 3.61 km |
| Kuhudigam | West | 3.66 km |
| Kantasaraguda | North | 3.87 km |
| Alupadar | North-East | 4.19 km |
| Sorigam | South-West | 4.20 km |
| Dhanpur | East | 4.48 km |
| Ghatualiguda | North | 4.70 km |
| Hardoli (hordoli) | South-East | 5.11 km |
| Gumundoli | North-West | 5.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotpad
Public transport in the Kotpad is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kotapar Road, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Kotpad is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kotpad is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotpad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotpad 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 Kotpad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotpad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kotpad
Where is Kotpad located?
Kotpad village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotpad?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotpad is Girla.
What is the pincode of Kotpad?
The pincode of Kotpad is 764058.
What is the population of Kotpad?
Kotpad has a total population of 1,466, including 705 males and 761 females.
How many households are there in Kotpad?
There are 362 households in Kotpad.
What is the literacy rate in Kotpad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotpad is 39.36%. Male literacy is 51.35% and female literacy is 28.25%.