Kothar - Umreth, Chhindwara
Kothar is a village situated in the Umreth tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umreth and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Kothar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothar is 494778. The village covers a total geographical area of 508.73 hectares and falls under the 480441 pincode. Jamai is the nearest town.
Kothar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kothar
As per Census 2011, Kothar village has a total population of 1,333 people, consisting of 648 males and 685 females. The village has 258 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 255 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 328 literate and 1,005 illiterate residents. Additionally, 372 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 719 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,333 | 648 | 685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 128 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 372 | 182 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 719 | 347 | 372 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 196 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,005 | 452 | 553 |
Nearby Villages of Kothar
Kothar 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 Kothar
Kothar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Chhindwara to Kothar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothar 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 Kothar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kothar
Where is Kothar located?
Kothar village is located in Umreth Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothar?
Kothar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kothar?
The pincode of Kothar is 480441.
What is the population of Kothar?
Kothar has a total population of 1,333, including 648 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Kothar?
There are 258 households in Kothar.
What is the literacy rate in Kothar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothar is 24.61%. Male literacy is 30.25% and female literacy is 19.27%.