Kotlaguda - Mathili, Malkangiri
Kotlaguda is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Kutunipalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotlaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotlaguda is 430481. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Kotlaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotlaguda
As per Census 2011, Kotlaguda village has a total population of 287 people, consisting of 140 males and 147 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 82 literate and 205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 269 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotlaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 287 | 140 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 30 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 132 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 63 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 77 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Kotlaguda
Kotlaguda 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 Kotlaguda
Public transport in the Kotlaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kotlaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Malkangiri to Kotlaguda is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Kotlaguda is about 75 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 Kotlaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotlaguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotlaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotlaguda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kotlaguda
Where is Kotlaguda located?
Kotlaguda village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotlaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotlaguda is Kutunipalli.
What is the pincode of Kotlaguda?
The pincode of Kotlaguda is 764044.
What is the population of Kotlaguda?
Kotlaguda has a total population of 287, including 140 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Kotlaguda?
There are 77 households in Kotlaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Kotlaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotlaguda is 28.57%. Male literacy is 45.00% and female literacy is 12.93%.