Kotia - Bhanpur, Basti
Kotia is a village situated in the Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpur and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Majhawalal Singh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotia is 178574. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.18 hectares and falls under the 272190 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Kotia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudhauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Kotia
Kotia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wajidjot | South-East | 0.59 km |
| Majhaua Lal Singh | North | 0.80 km |
| Kawalpur | North-East | 1.19 km |
| Safipur Urf Navagawn | East | 1.45 km |
| Karayan | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Sakhiya Deeh | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Bargadwa | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Achalpur | West | 1.88 km |
| Asuraina | South | 1.92 km |
| Minhan Chak Urf Takia | North-East | 1.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotia
The nearest railway station is Tinich, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Kotia is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Kotia
Where is Kotia located?
Kotia village is located in Bhanpur Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotia is Majhawalal Singh.
What is the pincode of Kotia?
The pincode of Kotia is 272190.