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.

Here you can discover what makes Kothuwan unique in its vibrant Sandhol-Mandi region. You’ll see Kothuwan’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 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.

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Population of Kothuwan

According to the 2011 Census, Kothuwan has a total population of about 925, with approximately 443 males and 482 females. The sex ratio is around 1088 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 115 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 325 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.49%, with male literacy at about 77.65% and female literacy near 63.90%. There are around 213 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kothuwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.