Kotwa

Kotwa is a village located in Kotwa subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kotwa (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Kotwa village is also a gram panchayat.

Kotwa has its own place in the vibrant Purba Champaran region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kotwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotwa is 218350. The village spans a total geographical area of 879.8 hectares. Motihari is nearest town to Kotwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Kotwa

Below is a concise population overview of Kotwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 7,986 4,217 3,769
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,498 777 721
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,364 694 670
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 4,025 2,404 1,621
Illiterate Population 3,961 1,813 2,148

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kotwa village:

  • The total population of Kotwa village is around 7,986, including approximately 4,217 males and 3,769 females, with a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,498 children aged 0–6 years in Kotwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kotwa village has 1,364 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kotwa village is about 50.40%, with male literacy at 57.01% and female literacy at 43.01%.
  • There are around 1,495 households in Kotwa village.

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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ 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.

Barwa Kanth Chhapra Ratanpur Bathna Mathurapur Math Gopal Chiuntaha Mahmada Talwa Talwa Pokhar Dipau Pokhra Jasauli

Frequently Asked Questions about Kotwa

Where is Kotwa located?
Kotwa village is situated in Kotwa Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotwa?
Kotwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Kotwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotwa is 7,986, with 4,217 males and 3,769 females.
How many households are there in Kotwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kotwa village has a total of 1,495 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotwa is 50.40%. The male literacy rate is 57.01%, while the female literacy rate is 43.01%.