Kothwa - Rasra, Ballia
Kothwa is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Beswan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothwa is 198414. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.18 hectares and falls under the 277121 pincode.
Kothwa 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 Rasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kothwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kothwa village had a total population of 134 people, including 72 males and 62 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.64%, with male literacy at 73.33% and female literacy at 52.00%.
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 | 134 | 72 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 44 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 28 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Kothwa
Kothwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Samari | South | 0.90 km |
| Mirzapur | East | 1.02 km |
| Pipri | West | 1.12 km |
| Baijalpur | North-West | 1.42 km |
| Sakhuapur | North | 1.77 km |
| Raigarh | South-West | 1.79 km |
| Haveli | West | 1.89 km |
| Firozpur | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Kamsari | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Lohawar | East | 2.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kothwa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kothwa. The nearest railway station is Rasra, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Kothwa is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kothwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kothwa
Where is Kothwa located?
Kothwa village is located in Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kothwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothwa is Beswan.
What is the pincode of Kothwa?
The pincode of Kothwa is 277121.
What is the population of Kothwa?
Kothwa had a total population of 134, including 72 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Kothwa?
Kothwa had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothwa was 63.64%. Male literacy was 73.33% and female literacy was 52.00%.