Kothia - Shivaji Nagar, Samastipur
Kothia is a village situated in the Shivaji Nagar subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shivaji Nagar and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Madhurapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothia is 236428. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 848117 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kothia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Warisnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kothia
As per Census 2011, Kothia village has a total population of 388 people, consisting of 206 males and 182 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 134 literate and 254 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 388 | 206 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 46 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 95 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 111 | 143 |
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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Kothia is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Kothia is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kothia
Where is Kothia located?
Kothia village is located in Shivaji Nagar Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothia is Madhurapur.
What is the pincode of Kothia?
The pincode of Kothia is 848117.
What is the population of Kothia?
Kothia has a total population of 388, including 206 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Kothia?
There are 91 households in Kothia.
What is the literacy rate in Kothia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothia is 34.54%. Male literacy is 46.12% and female literacy is 21.43%.