Kotiya - Mahasi, Bahraich
Kotiya is a village situated in the Mahasi tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahsi and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Kotiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotiya is 171679. The village covers a total geographical area of 527.09 hectares and falls under the 271851 pincode. Bahraich is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Kotiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahsi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotiya
As per Census 2011, Kotiya village has a total population of 3,091 people, consisting of 1,635 males and 1,456 females. The village has 599 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 620 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,160 literate and 1,931 illiterate residents. Additionally, 359 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,091 | 1,635 | 1,456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 620 | 299 | 321 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 195 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 1,160 | 745 | 415 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,931 | 890 | 1,041 |
Nearby Villages of Kotiya
Kotiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Basti Gaderiya | South | 1.91 km |
| Pure Hindu Singh | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Agraura Dubaha | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Maiku Purwa | North | 2.31 km |
| Pure Deldar Singh | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Sigiyansirpur | East | 2.62 km |
| Pure Ganga Prasad | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Pipri Mohan | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Pure Sita Ram | South | 3.59 km |
| Pure Prasad Singh | South | 3.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotiya
Kotiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Matera, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bahraich to Kotiya is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotiya 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 Kotiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotiya 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kotiya
Where is Kotiya located?
Kotiya village is located in Mahasi Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotiya?
Kotiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotiya?
The pincode of Kotiya is 271851.
What is the population of Kotiya?
Kotiya has a total population of 3,091, including 1,635 males and 1,456 females.
How many households are there in Kotiya?
There are 599 households in Kotiya.
What is the literacy rate in Kotiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotiya is 37.53%. Male literacy is 45.57% and female literacy is 28.50%.