Kothia - Ballia
Kothia is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Senduria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothia is 198927. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.15 hectares and falls under the 277504 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Kothia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phephana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kothia
As per Census 2011, Kothia village has a total population of 821 people, consisting of 424 males and 397 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 536 literate and 285 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 821 | 424 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 65 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 536 | 297 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 127 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Kothia
Kothia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kothia
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kothia. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kothia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Kothia is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Kothia is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kothia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kothia
Where is Kothia located?
Kothia village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothia is Senduria.
What is the pincode of Kothia?
The pincode of Kothia is 277504.
What is the population of Kothia?
Kothia has a total population of 821, including 424 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Kothia?
There are 129 households in Kothia.
What is the literacy rate in Kothia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothia is 65.29%. Male literacy is 70.05% and female literacy is 60.20%.