Kotawa - Bairia, Ballia
Kotawa is a village situated in the Bairia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. Kotwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotawa is 199952. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.07 hectares and falls under the 277208 pincode.
Kotawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bairia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotawa
As per Census 2011, Kotawa village has a total population of 13,987 people, consisting of 7,234 males and 6,753 females. The village has 1,922 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,067 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9,273 literate and 4,714 illiterate residents. Additionally, 878 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 746 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,987 | 7,234 | 6,753 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,067 | 1,066 | 1,001 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 878 | 461 | 417 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 746 | 381 | 365 |
| Literate Population | 9,273 | 5,365 | 3,908 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,714 | 1,869 | 2,845 |
Nearby Villages of Kotawa
Kotawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Girdhar | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Madhubani | North | 1.70 km |
| Talibpur | North-West | 1.72 km |
| Bhikha Chhapra | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Bariya | South | 2.27 km |
| Gonniya Chhapra | East | 2.29 km |
| Karmanpur | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Upadhyapur | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Chakiya | West | 2.64 km |
| Bhatwalia | North-East | 2.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotawa
Kotawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Suraimanpur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Kotawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kotawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kotawa
Where is Kotawa located?
Kotawa village is located in Bairia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotawa is Kotwa.
What is the pincode of Kotawa?
The pincode of Kotawa is 277208.
What is the population of Kotawa?
Kotawa has a total population of 13,987, including 7,234 males and 6,753 females.
How many households are there in Kotawa?
There are 1,922 households in Kotawa.
What is the literacy rate in Kotawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotawa is 66.30%. Male literacy is 74.16% and female literacy is 57.87%.