Kothram - Gora Bauram, Darbhanga
Kothram is a village situated in the Gora Bauram subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gora Bauram and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Bagrasi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothram is 227842. The village covers a total geographical area of 456 hectares and falls under the 847203 pincode. Benipur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kothram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kothram
As per Census 2011, Kothram village has a total population of 4,407 people, consisting of 2,311 males and 2,096 females. The village has 873 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 915 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,535 literate and 2,872 illiterate residents. Additionally, 608 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,407 | 2,311 | 2,096 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 915 | 476 | 439 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 608 | 318 | 290 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,535 | 1,000 | 535 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,872 | 1,311 | 1,561 |
Nearby Villages of Kothram
Kothram 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 Kothram
Kothram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kothram.
| 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 Benipur to Kothram is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Darbhanga to Kothram is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kothram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothram 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kothram
Where is Kothram located?
Kothram village is located in Gora Bauram Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothram?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothram is Bagrasi.
What is the pincode of Kothram?
The pincode of Kothram is 847203.
What is the population of Kothram?
Kothram has a total population of 4,407, including 2,311 males and 2,096 females.
How many households are there in Kothram?
There are 873 households in Kothram.
What is the literacy rate in Kothram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothram is 34.83%. Male literacy is 43.27% and female literacy is 25.52%.