Kothar - Kurai, Seoni
Kothar is a village situated in the Kurai tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurai and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Khawasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothar is 497236. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 480881 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kothar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kothar
According to the 2011 Census, Kothar village had a total population of 111 people, including 54 males and 57 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.53%, with male literacy at 83.72% and female literacy at 62.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 107.
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 | 111 | 54 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 52 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 18 | 27 |
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 <5 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 Seoni to Kothar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kothar
Where is Kothar located?
Kothar village is located in Kurai Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kothar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothar is Khawasa.
What is the pincode of Kothar?
The pincode of Kothar is 480881.
What is the population of Kothar?
Kothar had a total population of 111, including 54 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Kothar?
Kothar had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothar was 72.53%. Male literacy was 83.72% and female literacy was 62.50%.