Kotal
Kotal is a village located in Harischandrapur I subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.1km away from sub-district headquarter Harischandrapur (tehsildar office) and 74.3km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Rashidabad is the gram panchayat of Kotal village.
Here you can discover what makes Kotal unique in its vibrant Harischandrapur I-Maldah region. You’ll see Kotal’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 Kotal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotal is 311988. The village spans a total geographical area of 173.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732140. Malda is nearest town to Kotal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 85km away.
Google Map of Kotal
Population of Kotal
According to the 2011 Census, Kotal has a total population of about 2,077, with approximately 1,106 males and 971 females. The sex ratio is around 877 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 381 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.48%, with male literacy at about 42.95% and female literacy near 35.53%. There are around 467 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,077 | 1,106 | 971 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 381 | 205 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 820 | 475 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,257 | 631 | 626 |
Connectivity of Kotal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotal. As per the 2011 stats, Kotal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotal
- Where is Kotal located?
- Kotal village is situated in Harischandrapur I Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kotal is Rashidabad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kotal?
- The pincode of Kotal is 732140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotal is 2,077, with 1,106 males and 971 females.
- How many households are there in Kotal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotal village has a total of 467 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotal is 39.48%. The male literacy rate is 42.95%, while the female literacy rate is 35.53%.