Kotwa
Kotwa is a village located in Haidergarh tehsil of Bara Banki district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Haidergarh (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Barabanki. As per 2009 stats, Kotwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kotwa unique in its vibrant Haidergarh-Bara Banki region. You’ll see Kotwa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kotwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotwa is 165402. The village spans a total geographical area of 113.105 hectares. Barabanki is nearest town to Kotwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 49km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kotwa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Haidergarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Barabanki Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kotwa
Population of Kotwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kotwa has a total population of about 1,258, with approximately 631 males and 627 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 178 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 517 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.70%, with male literacy at about 66.72% and female literacy near 38.60%. There are around 233 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,258 | 631 | 627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 85 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 517 | 255 | 262 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 663 | 421 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 595 | 210 | 385 |
Connectivity of Kotwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotwa. As per the 2011 stats, Kotwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Kotwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotwa
- Where is Kotwa located?
- Kotwa village is situated in Haidergarh Tehsil, within the Bara Banki district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotwa?
- Kotwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kotwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotwa is 1,258, with 631 males and 627 females.
- How many households are there in Kotwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotwa village has a total of 233 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotwa is 52.70%. The male literacy rate is 66.72%, while the female literacy rate is 38.60%.