Kothia - Keotiranway, Darbhanga
Kothia is a village situated in the Keotiranway subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keotiranway and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Kothia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothia is 226890. The village covers a total geographical area of 590 hectares and falls under the 847306 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kothia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kothia
As per Census 2011, Kothia village has a total population of 10,199 people, consisting of 5,380 males and 4,819 females. The village has 2,009 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,898 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,291 literate and 5,908 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,363 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,199 | 5,380 | 4,819 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,898 | 955 | 943 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,363 | 723 | 640 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,291 | 2,679 | 1,612 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,908 | 2,701 | 3,207 |
Nearby Villages of Kothia
Kothia 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 Kothia
Kothia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Kothia 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 Kothia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kothia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kothia
Where is Kothia located?
Kothia village is located in Keotiranway Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothia?
Kothia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kothia?
The pincode of Kothia is 847306.
What is the population of Kothia?
Kothia has a total population of 10,199, including 5,380 males and 4,819 females.
How many households are there in Kothia?
There are 2,009 households in Kothia.
What is the literacy rate in Kothia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothia is 42.07%. Male literacy is 49.80% and female literacy is 33.45%.