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
According to the 2011 Census, Kotamal village had a total population of 933 people, including 473 males and 460 females, living in 236 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.90%, with male literacy at 65.56% and female literacy at 31.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 130, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 36.
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 | 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 had a total population of 933, including 473 males and 460 females.
How many households are there in Kotamal?
Kotamal had 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotamal was 48.90%. Male literacy was 65.56% and female literacy was 31.76%.