Kothia - Garkha, Saran
Kothia is a village situated in the Garkha subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garkha and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Kothia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothia is 234415. The village covers a total geographical area of 1249.65 hectares and falls under the 841216 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kothia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kothia
As per Census 2011, Kothia village has a total population of 17,463 people, consisting of 9,068 males and 8,395 females. The village has 2,663 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,466 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,977 literate and 9,486 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,453 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,463 | 9,068 | 8,395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,466 | 1,790 | 1,676 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,453 | 753 | 700 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 7,977 | 5,079 | 2,898 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,486 | 3,989 | 5,497 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kothia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Kothia is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Kothia is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 5-10 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kothia
Where is Kothia located?
Kothia village is located in Garkha Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothia?
Kothia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kothia?
The pincode of Kothia is 841216.
What is the population of Kothia?
Kothia has a total population of 17,463, including 9,068 males and 8,395 females.
How many households are there in Kothia?
There are 2,663 households in Kothia.
What is the literacy rate in Kothia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothia is 45.68%. Male literacy is 56.01% and female literacy is 34.52%.