Kothare Bk. - Malegaon, Nashik
Kothare Bk. is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Kothare (bk) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothare Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothare Bk. is 550174. The village covers a total geographical area of 640.84 hectares and falls under the 423206 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kothare Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kothare Bk.
As per Census 2011, Kothare Bk. village has a total population of 1,076 people, consisting of 553 males and 523 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 670 literate and 406 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 99 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothare Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,076 | 553 | 523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 83 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 670 | 399 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 154 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Kothare Bk.
Kothare Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kothare Kh. | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Vaygaon | South | 2.50 km |
| Sarade | West | 3.26 km |
| Ambasan | North | 3.39 km |
| Vadner | East | 3.87 km |
| Sawatawadi | South-East | 4.21 km |
| Surane | South-West | 4.35 km |
| Kakadgaon | North-West | 4.79 km |
| Satmane | South-East | 5.29 km |
| Dundhe | South | 5.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kothare Bk.
Kothare Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Panevadi, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.2 km.
| 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 Malegaon to Kothare Bk. is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Kothare Bk. is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothare Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothare Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kothare Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothare Bk. 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kothare Bk.
Where is Kothare Bk. located?
Kothare Bk. village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothare Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothare Bk. is Kothare (bk).
What is the pincode of Kothare Bk.?
The pincode of Kothare Bk. is 423206.
What is the population of Kothare Bk.?
Kothare Bk. has a total population of 1,076, including 553 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Kothare Bk.?
There are 226 households in Kothare Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Kothare Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothare Bk. is 62.27%. Male literacy is 72.15% and female literacy is 51.82%.