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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kotawa village had a total population of 13,987 people, including 7,234 males and 6,753 females, living in 1,922 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.79%, with male literacy at 86.98% and female literacy at 67.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 878, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 746.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 13,987, including 7,234 males and 6,753 females.
How many households are there in Kotawa?
Kotawa had 1,922 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotawa was 77.79%. Male literacy was 86.98% and female literacy was 67.94%.