Kotwari - Rasra, Ballia
Kotwari is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Kotwari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotwari is 198438. The village covers a total geographical area of 268.6 hectares and falls under the 221712 pincode.
Kotwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Kotwari
As per Census 2011, Kotwari village has a total population of 3,684 people, consisting of 1,865 males and 1,819 females. The village has 546 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 550 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,232 literate and 1,452 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,144 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotwari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,684 | 1,865 | 1,819 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 550 | 290 | 260 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,144 | 590 | 554 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 2,232 | 1,267 | 965 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,452 | 598 | 854 |
Nearby Villages of Kotwari
Kotwari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hathui | North-East | 1.10 km |
| Gourpura | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Bastoura | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Dugai | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Lawkara | South | 1.88 km |
| Unai | South | 2.22 km |
| Lohawar | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Dehri | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Madava | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Nagpur | North | 2.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotwari
Kotwari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sanwara, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Kotwari is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotwari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kotwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotwari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kotwari
Where is Kotwari located?
Kotwari village is located in Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotwari?
Kotwari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotwari?
The pincode of Kotwari is 221712.
What is the population of Kotwari?
Kotwari has a total population of 3,684, including 1,865 males and 1,819 females.
How many households are there in Kotwari?
There are 546 households in Kotwari.
What is the literacy rate in Kotwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotwari is 60.59%. Male literacy is 67.94% and female literacy is 53.05%.