Kotwa
Kotwa is a village located in Paharpur subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Paharpur (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Kotwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kotwa unique in its vibrant Paharpur-Purba 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 218124. The village spans a total geographical area of 336.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845458. Areraj is nearest town to Kotwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Kotwa
Population of Kotwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kotwa has a total population of about 4,463, with approximately 2,303 males and 2,160 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 683 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 315 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.20%, with male literacy at about 61.79% and female literacy near 46.11%. There are around 811 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 | 4,463 | 2,303 | 2,160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 683 | 374 | 309 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 173 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,419 | 1,423 | 996 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,044 | 880 | 1,164 |
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 village |
| 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotwa
- Where is Kotwa located?
- Kotwa village is situated in Paharpur 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 pincode of Kotwa?
- The pincode of Kotwa is 845458, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotwa is 4,463, with 2,303 males and 2,160 females.
- How many households are there in Kotwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotwa village has a total of 811 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotwa is 54.20%. The male literacy rate is 61.79%, while the female literacy rate is 46.11%.