Kotva - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Kotva is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Kotva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotva is 187206. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.69 hectares and falls under the 273407 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Kotva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotva
As per Census 2011, Kotva village has a total population of 799 people, consisting of 391 males and 408 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 524 literate and 275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 345 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 799 | 391 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 39 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 345 | 161 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 524 | 307 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 84 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Kotva
Kotva 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 Kotva
Kotva is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Kotva is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotva 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kotva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kotva
Where is Kotva located?
Kotva village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotva?
Kotva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotva?
The pincode of Kotva is 273407.
What is the population of Kotva?
Kotva has a total population of 799, including 391 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Kotva?
There are 131 households in Kotva.
What is the literacy rate in Kotva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotva is 65.58%. Male literacy is 78.52% and female literacy is 53.19%.