Kothurla - Maregaon, Yavatmal
Kothurla is a village situated in the Maregaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maregaon and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Kotharla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothurla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothurla is 543699. The village covers a total geographical area of 405.09 hectares and falls under the 445303 pincode. Wani is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kothurla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kothurla
As per Census 2011, Kothurla village has a total population of 431 people, consisting of 220 males and 211 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 337 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 30 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothurla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 431 | 220 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 7 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 192 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 28 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Kothurla
Kothurla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mangali | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Rameshwar | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Dapora | North | 2.53 km |
| Sindi | South | 2.65 km |
| Krushnapur (ujad) | West | 3.22 km |
| Bori Bk. | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Sakhara | South-West | 3.62 km |
| Chinchmandal | North-East | 4.08 km |
| Mahagaon | South | 4.11 km |
| Tukapur (u) | East | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kothurla
Public transport in the Kothurla is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chikni Road, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Wani to Kothurla is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Kothurla is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothurla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothurla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kothurla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothurla 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kothurla
Where is Kothurla located?
Kothurla village is located in Maregaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothurla?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothurla is Kotharla.
What is the pincode of Kothurla?
The pincode of Kothurla is 445303.
What is the population of Kothurla?
Kothurla has a total population of 431, including 220 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Kothurla?
There are 128 households in Kothurla.
What is the literacy rate in Kothurla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothurla is 78.19%. Male literacy is 87.27% and female literacy is 68.72%.