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
As per Census 2011, Kotiya village has a total population of 74 people, consisting of 33 males and 41 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 1,242 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 40 literate and 34 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 74 | 33 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| 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 has a total population of 74, including 33 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Kotiya?
There are 11 households in Kotiya.
What is the literacy rate in Kotiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotiya is 54.05%. Male literacy is 57.58% and female literacy is 51.22%.