Kotara - Talbehat, Lalitpur
Kotara is a village situated in the Talbehat tehsil of Lalitpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talbehat and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Lalitpur. Kotara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotara is 152934. The village covers a total geographical area of 1433.95 hectares and falls under the 284126 pincode. Talbehat is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kotara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lalitpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhansi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotara
As per Census 2011, Kotara village has a total population of 1,431 people, consisting of 765 males and 666 females. The village has 242 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 654 literate and 777 illiterate residents. Additionally, 307 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 298 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,431 | 765 | 666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 145 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 161 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 298 | 159 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 654 | 428 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 777 | 337 | 440 |
Nearby Villages of Kotara
Kotara 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 Kotara
Kotara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kotara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talbehat to Kotara is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Lalitpur to Kotara is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotara 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotara
Where is Kotara located?
Kotara village is located in Talbehat Tehsil, Lalitpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotara?
Kotara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotara?
The pincode of Kotara is 284126.
What is the population of Kotara?
Kotara has a total population of 1,431, including 765 males and 666 females.
How many households are there in Kotara?
There are 242 households in Kotara.
What is the literacy rate in Kotara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotara is 45.70%. Male literacy is 55.95% and female literacy is 33.93%.