Kota - Dubrajpur, Birbhum
Kota is a village situated in the Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dubrajpur and around 29.7 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Loba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kota is 318241. The village covers a total geographical area of 460.13 hectares and falls under the 731104 pincode. Dubrajpur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dubrajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kota
As per Census 2011, Kota village has a total population of 3,623 people, consisting of 1,882 males and 1,741 females. The village has 781 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 501 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,102 literate and 1,521 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,342 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 253 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,623 | 1,882 | 1,741 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 501 | 248 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,342 | 698 | 644 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 253 | 128 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 2,102 | 1,213 | 889 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,521 | 669 | 852 |
Nearby Villages of Kota
Kota is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khoj Kamalpur | North-West | 1.11 km |
| Bodhgram | South-East | 1.16 km |
| Barari | West | 1.61 km |
| Brahmandihi | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Dakshin Handipur | North | 2.05 km |
| Baranabagram | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Khagra | East | 2.49 km |
| Bhaluka | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Birbhadrapur | North | 2.62 km |
| Loba | West | 2.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kota
Kota is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dubrajpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.5 km.
| 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 Dubrajpur to Kota is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Kota is about 29.7 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 Kota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kota
Where is Kota located?
Kota village is located in Dubrajpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kota?
The Gram Panchayat of Kota is Loba.
What is the pincode of Kota?
The pincode of Kota is 731104.
What is the population of Kota?
Kota has a total population of 3,623, including 1,882 males and 1,741 females.
How many households are there in Kota?
There are 781 households in Kota.
What is the literacy rate in Kota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kota is 58.02%. Male literacy is 64.45% and female literacy is 51.06%.