Kothawan - Sandila, Hardoi
Kothawan is a village situated in the Sandila tehsil of Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sandila and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Hardoi. Gauri Kothawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothawan is 140781. The village covers a total geographical area of 589.48 hectares and falls under the 241304 pincode. Beniganj is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Kothawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balamau Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Misrikh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kothawan
As per Census 2011, Kothawan village has a total population of 5,323 people, consisting of 2,853 males and 2,470 females. The village has 1,063 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 781 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,190 literate and 2,133 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,433 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,323 | 2,853 | 2,470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 781 | 394 | 387 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,433 | 1,296 | 1,137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 23 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 3,190 | 1,946 | 1,244 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,133 | 907 | 1,226 |
Nearby Villages of Kothawan
Kothawan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gauri | East | 1.36 km |
| Bhatpurwa | East | 2.12 km |
| Nagwa | South | 2.16 km |
| Bahadurpur | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Kakupur | East | 2.63 km |
| Manghgawn | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Manikapur | East | 2.98 km |
| Dobra | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Anandpur | South-East | 3.28 km |
| Ugpur | South-West | 3.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kothawan
Kothawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Atwa Muthia Halt, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beniganj to Kothawan is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardoi to Kothawan is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kothawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kothawan
Where is Kothawan located?
Kothawan village is located in Sandila Tehsil, Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothawan is Gauri Kothawan.
What is the pincode of Kothawan?
The pincode of Kothawan is 241304.
What is the population of Kothawan?
Kothawan has a total population of 5,323, including 2,853 males and 2,470 females.
How many households are there in Kothawan?
There are 1,063 households in Kothawan.
What is the literacy rate in Kothawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothawan is 59.93%. Male literacy is 68.21% and female literacy is 50.36%.