Kotra
About Kotra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kotra village is 323204. Kotra village is located in Barasat I subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.2km away from sub-district headquarter Chhota Jagulia (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Kotra village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 103.33 hectares. Kotra has a total population of 1,472 peoples, out of which male population is 767 while female population is 705. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 919 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kotra village is 65.01% out of which 68.97% males and 60.71% females are literate. There are about 337 houses in kotra village. Pincode of kotra village locality is 743294.
When it comes to administration, Kotra village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kotra village comes under Deganga Vidhan Sabha constituency & Barasat Lok Sabha constituency. Barasat is nearest town to kotra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Kotra
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,472 | 767 | 705 |
| Children (0-6) | 179 | 94 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 522 | 269 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 957 | 529 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 515 | 238 | 277 |
Connectivity of Kotra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| 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 Kotra
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotra
Where is Kotra located?
Kotra village is situated in Barasat I Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotra?
Kotra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kotra?
The pincode of Kotra is 743294, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kotra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotra is 1,472, with 767 males and 705 females.
How many households are there in Kotra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kotra village has a total of 337 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotra is 65.01%. The male literacy rate is 68.97%, while the female literacy rate is 60.71%.