Kothari - Chamorshi, Gadchiroli
Kothari is a village situated in the Chamorshi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamorshi and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Haladwahi serves as the Village Panchayat for Kothari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothari is 539367. The village covers a total geographical area of 279.46 hectares and falls under the 442604 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Kothari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kothari
According to the 2011 Census, Kothari village had a total population of 229 people, including 117 males and 112 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.78%, with male literacy at 73.58% and female literacy at 46.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 198.
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 | 229 | 117 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 198 | 101 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 78 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 39 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Kothari
Kothari 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 Kothari
Kothari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gadchiroli to Kothari is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothari 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kothari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kothari
Where is Kothari located?
Kothari village is located in Chamorshi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kothari?
The Village Panchayat of Kothari is Haladwahi.
What is the pincode of Kothari?
The pincode of Kothari is 442604.
What is the population of Kothari?
Kothari had a total population of 229, including 117 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Kothari?
Kothari had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothari was 60.78%. Male literacy was 73.58% and female literacy was 46.94%.