Kotubu - Pottangi, Koraput
Kotubu is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Talagoluru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotubu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotubu is 430087. The village covers a total geographical area of 169 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Kotubu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotubu
According to the 2011 Census, Kotubu village had a total population of 620 people, including 307 males and 313 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.23%, with male literacy at 52.47% and female literacy at 27.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 489.
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 | 620 | 307 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 44 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 489 | 240 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 138 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 410 | 169 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Kotubu
Kotubu 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 Kotubu
Public transport in the Kotubu is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Kotubu is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kotubu is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotubu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotubu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotubu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotubu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotubu
Where is Kotubu located?
Kotubu village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotubu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotubu is Talagoluru.
What is the pincode of Kotubu?
The pincode of Kotubu is 764039.
What is the population of Kotubu?
Kotubu had a total population of 620, including 307 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Kotubu?
Kotubu had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotubu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotubu was 40.23%. Male literacy was 52.47% and female literacy was 27.80%.