Kotalpara
Kotalpara is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.7km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 20.5km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Mahanad is the gram panchayat of Kotalpara village.
Here you can discover what makes Kotalpara unique in its vibrant Polba Dadpur-Hugli region. You’ll see Kotalpara’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 Kotalpara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotalpara is 325129. The village spans a total geographical area of 275.97 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Kotalpara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kotalpara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Saptagram Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kotalpara
Population of Kotalpara
According to the 2011 Census, Kotalpara has a total population of about 2,458, with approximately 1,201 males and 1,257 females. The sex ratio is around 1046 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 267 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 910 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 356. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.16%, with male literacy at about 65.11% and female literacy near 49.56%. There are around 612 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotalpara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,458 | 1,201 | 1,257 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 136 | 131 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 910 | 451 | 459 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 356 | 174 | 182 |
Literate Population | 1,405 | 782 | 623 |
Illiterate Population | 1,053 | 419 | 634 |
Connectivity of Kotalpara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotalpara. As per the 2011 stats, Kotalpara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotalpara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotalpara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotalpara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotalpara
- Where is Kotalpara located?
- Kotalpara village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotalpara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kotalpara is Mahanad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kotalpara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotalpara is 2,458, with 1,201 males and 1,257 females.
- How many households are there in Kotalpara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotalpara village has a total of 612 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotalpara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotalpara is 57.16%. The male literacy rate is 65.11%, while the female literacy rate is 49.56%.