Kotaro Dih - Paroo, Muzaffarpur
Kotaro Dih is a village situated in the Paroo subdivision of Muzaffarpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paroo and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffarpur. Kataru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotaro Dih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotaro Dih is 228297. The village covers a total geographical area of 3 hectares and falls under the 843107 pincode. Muzaffarpur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kotaro Dih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sahebganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vaishali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotaro Dih
According to the 2011 Census, Kotaro Dih village had a total population of 458 people, including 232 males and 226 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.58%, with male literacy at 66.15% and female literacy at 50.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 249.
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 | 458 | 232 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 40 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 124 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 127 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 105 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Kotaro Dih
Kotaro Dih 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 Kotaro Dih
Kotaro Dih 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Muzaffarpur to Kotaro Dih is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotaro Dih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotaro Dih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotaro Dih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotaro Dih 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 Kotaro Dih
Where is Kotaro Dih located?
Kotaro Dih village is located in Paroo Subdivision, Muzaffarpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotaro Dih?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotaro Dih is Kataru.
What is the pincode of Kotaro Dih?
The pincode of Kotaro Dih is 843107.
What is the population of Kotaro Dih?
Kotaro Dih had a total population of 458, including 232 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Kotaro Dih?
Kotaro Dih had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotaro Dih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotaro Dih was 58.58%. Male literacy was 66.15% and female literacy was 50.29%.