Kotwa
Kotwa is a village located in Bagaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Bagaha (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Bargawn is the gram panchayat of Kotwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Kotwa unique in its vibrant Bagaha-Pashchim Champaran region. You’ll see Kotwa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kotwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotwa is 216897. The village spans a total geographical area of 301.4 hectares. Bagha is nearest town to Kotwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kotwa
Population of Kotwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kotwa has a total population of about 477, with approximately 235 males and 242 females. The sex ratio is around 1029 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 91 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 225 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.65%, with male literacy at about 51.49% and female literacy near 38.02%. There are around 88 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 477 | 235 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 116 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 213 | 121 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 114 | 150 |
Connectivity of Kotwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotwa. As per the 2011 stats, Kotwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotwa
- Where is Kotwa located?
- Kotwa village is situated in Bagaha Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kotwa is Bargawn (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kotwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotwa is 477, with 235 males and 242 females.
- How many households are there in Kotwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotwa village has a total of 88 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotwa is 44.65%. The male literacy rate is 51.49%, while the female literacy rate is 38.02%.