Kotang

Kotang is a village located in Konark tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Konark (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Abadan is the gram panchayat of Kotang village.

Kotang has its own place in the vibrant Puri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kotang

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotang is 409300. The village spans a total geographical area of 85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752118. Puri is nearest town to Kotang village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.

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Population of Kotang

Below is a concise population overview of Kotang as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 888 474 414
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 69 39 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) 78 42 36
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 756 419 337
Illiterate Population 132 55 77

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kotang village:

  • The total population of Kotang village is around 888, including approximately 474 males and 414 females, with a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 69 children aged 0–6 years in Kotang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kotang village has 78 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kotang village is about 85.14%, with male literacy at 88.40% and female literacy at 81.40%.
  • There are around 224 households in Kotang village.

Connectivity of Kotang

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotang. As per the 2011 stats, Kotang had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kotang

Knowing the nearby villages of Kotang helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotang.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kotang

Where is Kotang located?
Kotang village is situated in Konark Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotang?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotang is Abadan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kotang?
The pincode of Kotang is 752118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kotang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotang is 888, with 474 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Kotang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kotang village has a total of 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotang is 85.14%. The male literacy rate is 88.40%, while the female literacy rate is 81.40%.