Kotra - Veldanda, Nagarkurnool
Kotra is a village situated in the Veldanda mandal of Nagarkurnool district, Telangana. It is located approximately 8 km from Veldanda and around 66 km from Mahbubnagar. Kotra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotra is 575324. The village covers a total geographical area of 2938 hectares and falls under the 509360 pincode. Mahbubnagar is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Kotra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kotra
As per Census 2011, Kotra village has a total population of 2,693 people, consisting of 1,335 males and 1,358 females. The village has 656 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 303 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,115 literate and 1,578 illiterate residents. Additionally, 781 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 252 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,693 | 1,335 | 1,358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 141 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 781 | 403 | 378 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 252 | 125 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 1,115 | 684 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,578 | 651 | 927 |
Nearby Villages of Kotra
Kotra 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 Kotra
Kotra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahbubnagar to Kotra is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kotra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kotra
Where is Kotra located?
Kotra village is located in Veldanda Mandal, Nagarkurnool district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotra?
Kotra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotra?
The pincode of Kotra is 509360.
What is the population of Kotra?
Kotra has a total population of 2,693, including 1,335 males and 1,358 females.
How many households are there in Kotra?
There are 656 households in Kotra.
What is the literacy rate in Kotra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotra is 41.40%. Male literacy is 51.24% and female literacy is 31.74%.