Kothara - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Kothara is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Katehara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothara is 207165. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.78 hectares and falls under the 232106 pincode. Chandauli is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Kothara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakaldiha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kothara
According to the 2011 Census, Kothara village had a total population of 1,058 people, including 529 males and 529 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.66%, with male literacy at 79.35% and female literacy at 63.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 518.
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 | 1,058 | 529 | 529 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 64 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 518 | 268 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 655 | 369 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 160 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Kothara
Kothara 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 Kothara
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandauli to Kothara is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Kothara is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Kothara
Where is Kothara located?
Kothara village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kothara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothara is Katehara.
What is the pincode of Kothara?
The pincode of Kothara is 232106.
What is the population of Kothara?
Kothara had a total population of 1,058, including 529 males and 529 females.
How many households are there in Kothara?
Kothara had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothara was 71.66%. Male literacy was 79.35% and female literacy was 63.70%.