Kotamal - Sinapali, Nuapada
Kotamal is a village situated in the Sinapali tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinapali and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Godal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotamal is 422222. The village covers a total geographical area of 377 hectares and falls under the 766108 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kotamal 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 Kotamal
As per Census 2011, Kotamal village has a total population of 933 people, consisting of 473 males and 460 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 378 literate and 555 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotamal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 933 | 473 | 460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 81 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 67 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 257 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 555 | 216 | 339 |
Nearby Villages of Kotamal
Kotamal 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 Kotamal
Kotamal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Kotamal is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Kotamal is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotamal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kotamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotamal 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kotamal
Where is Kotamal located?
Kotamal village is located in Sinapali Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotamal is Godal.
What is the pincode of Kotamal?
The pincode of Kotamal is 766108.
What is the population of Kotamal?
Kotamal has a total population of 933, including 473 males and 460 females.
How many households are there in Kotamal?
There are 236 households in Kotamal.
What is the literacy rate in Kotamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotamal is 40.51%. Male literacy is 54.33% and female literacy is 26.30%.