Kothri - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Kothri is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 11 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Bhilmadhana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothri is 491054. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 487771 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Kothri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kothri
According to the 2011 Census, Kothri village had a total population of 318 people, including 160 males and 158 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.88%, with male literacy at 40.30% and female literacy at 31.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 315.
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 | 318 | 160 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 315 | 157 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 54 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 106 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Kothri
Kothri 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 Kothri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kothri.
| 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 Gadarwara to Kothri is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Kothri is about 11 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothri 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 Kothri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothri 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 Kothri
Where is Kothri located?
Kothri village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kothri?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothri is Bhilmadhana.
What is the pincode of Kothri?
The pincode of Kothri is 487771.
What is the population of Kothri?
Kothri had a total population of 318, including 160 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Kothri?
Kothri had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothri was 35.88%. Male literacy was 40.30% and female literacy was 31.25%.