Kotva
Kotva is a village located in Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Khajni (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Gorakhpur. As per 2009 stats, Kotva village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kotva unique in its vibrant Khajni-Gorakhpur region. You’ll see Kotva’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 Kotva
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotva is 187206. The village spans a total geographical area of 61.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 273407. Gorakhpur is nearest town to Kotva village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.
Google Map of Kotva
Population of Kotva
According to the 2011 Census, Kotva has a total population of about 799, with approximately 391 males and 408 females. The sex ratio is around 1043 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 88 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 345 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 65.58%, with male literacy at about 78.52% and female literacy near 53.19%. There are around 131 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotva's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 799 | 391 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 39 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 345 | 161 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 524 | 307 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 84 | 191 |
Connectivity of Kotva
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotva. As per the 2011 stats, Kotva had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotva
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotva helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotva.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotva
- Where is Kotva located?
- Kotva village is situated in Khajni Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotva?
- Kotva serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kotva?
- The pincode of Kotva is 273407, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotva as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotva is 799, with 391 males and 408 females.
- How many households are there in Kotva as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotva village has a total of 131 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotva as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotva is 65.58%. The male literacy rate is 78.52%, while the female literacy rate is 53.19%.