Kotiya - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Kotiya is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Kotiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotiya is 516675. The village covers a total geographical area of 1319.19 hectares and falls under the 364145 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kotiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotiya
According to the 2011 Census, Kotiya village had a total population of 675 people, including 322 males and 353 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 1,096 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.80%, with male literacy at 73.88% and female literacy at 54.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 675 | 322 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 54 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 349 | 198 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 124 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Kotiya
Kotiya 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 Kotiya
Kotiya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Talaja to Kotiya is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Kotiya is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotiya
Where is Kotiya located?
Kotiya village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotiya?
Kotiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotiya?
The pincode of Kotiya is 364145.
What is the population of Kotiya?
Kotiya had a total population of 675, including 322 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Kotiya?
Kotiya had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotiya was 63.80%. Male literacy was 73.88% and female literacy was 54.12%.