Kothadwara - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Kothadwara is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Basantapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothadwara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothadwara is 422983. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Kothadwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kothadwara
As per Census 2011, Kothadwara village has a total population of 114 people, consisting of 52 males and 62 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,192 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 38 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 92 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothadwara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 114 | 52 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 40 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 29 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Kothadwara
Kothadwara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kinari | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Narayanpur | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Sindhibahala | East | 1.65 km |
| Dangaragarh | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Parbatipur | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Kansari | East | 2.49 km |
| Chhatrapur | North | 2.65 km |
| Kashibadi | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Bhataguda | North | 2.86 km |
| Jagannathapur | West | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kothadwara
Public transport in the Kothadwara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Doikallu, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kothadwara is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kothadwara is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothadwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothadwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kothadwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothadwara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kothadwara
Where is Kothadwara located?
Kothadwara village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothadwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothadwara is Basantapada.
What is the pincode of Kothadwara?
The pincode of Kothadwara is 766027.
What is the population of Kothadwara?
Kothadwara has a total population of 114, including 52 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Kothadwara?
There are 28 households in Kothadwara.
What is the literacy rate in Kothadwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothadwara is 33.33%. Male literacy is 44.23% and female literacy is 24.19%.