Kothi - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Kothi is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Kothi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothi is 505943. The village covers a total geographical area of 669.92 hectares and falls under the 450114 pincode. Omkareshwar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kothi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kothi
As per Census 2011, Kothi village has a total population of 2,563 people, consisting of 1,298 males and 1,265 females. The village has 515 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 487 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,237 literate and 1,326 illiterate residents. Additionally, 321 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,219 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,563 | 1,298 | 1,265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 487 | 219 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 166 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,219 | 587 | 632 |
| Literate Population | 1,237 | 745 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,326 | 553 | 773 |
Nearby Villages of Kothi
Kothi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Billora Buzurg | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Bhogawan | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Chitra Mor | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Billora Khurd | West | 4.01 km |
| Kothawa | North | 4.08 km |
| Inpun | South-West | 4.74 km |
| Khangwara | South-East | 5.18 km |
| Mirghawan | West | 5.18 km |
| Suratpura | North-West | 5.92 km |
| Juna Pani | South | 6.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kothi
Kothi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sanawad, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Omkareshwar to Kothi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Kothi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothi 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 Kothi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kothi
Where is Kothi located?
Kothi village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothi?
Kothi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kothi?
The pincode of Kothi is 450114.
What is the population of Kothi?
Kothi has a total population of 2,563, including 1,298 males and 1,265 females.
How many households are there in Kothi?
There are 515 households in Kothi.
What is the literacy rate in Kothi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothi is 48.26%. Male literacy is 57.40% and female literacy is 38.89%.