Khotia - Nathnagar, Bhagalpur
Khotia is a village situated in the Nathnagar subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nathnagar and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Noorpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khotia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khotia is 239445. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 812005 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khotia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nathnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khotia
According to the 2011 Census, Khotia village had a total population of 1,149 people, including 576 males and 573 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.59%, with male literacy at 86.90% and female literacy at 76.12%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,149 | 576 | 573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 72 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 811 | 438 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 138 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Khotia
Khotia 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 Khotia
Public transport in the Khotia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Khotia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Khotia is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khotia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khotia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khotia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khotia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khotia
Where is Khotia located?
Khotia village is located in Nathnagar Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khotia?
The Gram Panchayat of Khotia is Noorpur.
What is the pincode of Khotia?
The pincode of Khotia is 812005.
What is the population of Khotia?
Khotia had a total population of 1,149, including 576 males and 573 females.
How many households are there in Khotia?
Khotia had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khotia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khotia was 81.59%. Male literacy was 86.90% and female literacy was 76.12%.