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.
Here you can discover what makes Kotang unique in its vibrant Konark-Puri region. You’ll see Kotang’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Kotang
Population of Kotang
According to the 2011 Census, Kotang has a total population of about 888, with approximately 474 males and 414 females. The sex ratio is around 873 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 69 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 78 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 85.14%, with male literacy at about 88.40% and female literacy near 81.40%. There are around 224 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotang's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.