Kothuwan
Kothuwan is a village located in Sandhol tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 100km away from district headquarter Sandhol. Sandhol is the sub-district headquarter of Kothuwan village. As per 2009 stats, Kothuan Dpr is the gram panchayat of Kothuwan village.
Kothuwan has its own place in the vibrant Mandi 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 Kothuwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kothuwan is 013599. The village spans a total geographical area of 251.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176090. Sarkaghat is nearest town to Kothuwan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kothuwan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kothuwan
Population of Kothuwan
Below is a concise population overview of Kothuwan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 925 | 443 | 482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 54 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 155 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 7 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 652 | 344 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 99 | 174 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kothuwan village:
- The total population of Kothuwan village is around 925, including approximately 443 males and 482 females, with a sex ratio of 1088 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 115 children aged 0–6 years in Kothuwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kothuwan village has 325 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kothuwan village is about 70.49%, with male literacy at 77.65% and female literacy at 63.90%.
- There are around 213 households in Kothuwan village.
Connectivity of Kothuwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kothuwan. As per the 2011 stats, Kothuwan 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 Kothuwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kothuwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kothuwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kothuwan
- Where is Kothuwan located?
- Kothuwan village is situated in Sandhol Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kothuwan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kothuwan is Kothuan Dpr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kothuwan?
- The pincode of Kothuwan is 176090, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kothuwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kothuwan is 925, with 443 males and 482 females.
- How many households are there in Kothuwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kothuwan village has a total of 213 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kothuwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kothuwan is 70.49%. The male literacy rate is 77.65%, while the female literacy rate is 63.90%.