Kotgaon - Boden, Nuapada
Kotgaon is a village situated in the Boden tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boden and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Bhainsadani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotgaon is 422091. The village covers a total geographical area of 320 hectares and falls under the 766111 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Kotgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotgaon
As per Census 2011, Kotgaon village has a total population of 436 people, consisting of 227 males and 209 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 124 literate and 312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 362 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 436 | 227 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 362 | 189 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 92 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 135 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Kotgaon
Kotgaon 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 Kotgaon
Public transport in the Kotgaon is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Kotgaon is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Kotgaon is about 99 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 Kotgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotgaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kotgaon
Where is Kotgaon located?
Kotgaon village is located in Boden Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotgaon is Bhainsadani.
What is the pincode of Kotgaon?
The pincode of Kotgaon is 766111.
What is the population of Kotgaon?
Kotgaon has a total population of 436, including 227 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Kotgaon?
There are 125 households in Kotgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kotgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotgaon is 28.44%. Male literacy is 40.53% and female literacy is 15.31%.