Kotiya - Harraiya, Basti
Kotiya is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Devkali Rani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotiya is 179841. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.5 hectares and falls under the 272131 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kotiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotiya
According to the 2011 Census, Kotiya village had a total population of 74 people, including 33 males and 41 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,242 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.49%, with male literacy at 76.00% and female literacy at 55.26%.
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 | 74 | 33 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 14 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Kotiya
Kotiya 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 Kotiya
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kotiya.
| 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 Basti to Kotiya is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Kotiya is about 42 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 Kotiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotiya 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotiya 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kotiya
Where is Kotiya located?
Kotiya village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotiya is Devkali Rani.
What is the pincode of Kotiya?
The pincode of Kotiya is 272131.
What is the population of Kotiya?
Kotiya had a total population of 74, including 33 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Kotiya?
Kotiya had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotiya was 63.49%. Male literacy was 76.00% and female literacy was 55.26%.