Khotaha - Hata, Kushinagar
Khotaha is a village situated in the Hata tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hata and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Khotaha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khotaha is 188962. The village covers a total geographical area of 527.01 hectares and falls under the 274149 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town.
Khotaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kushi Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khotaha
As per Census 2011, Khotaha village has a total population of 7,347 people, consisting of 3,705 males and 3,642 females. The village has 1,230 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,194 literate and 3,153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,362 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 163 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khotaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,347 | 3,705 | 3,642 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,106 | 573 | 533 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,362 | 691 | 671 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 82 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 4,194 | 2,595 | 1,599 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,153 | 1,110 | 2,043 |
Nearby Villages of Khotaha
Khotaha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Lohjhar | East | 1.66 km |
| Sihuliya | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Turk Diha | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Hanskhor | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Chilua | South | 2.04 km |
| Dadupar | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Mahui | South | 2.39 km |
| Mahulaiya | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Dumari | North-East | 2.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khotaha
Khotaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bodarwar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Kushinagar to Khotaha 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 Khotaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khotaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khotaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khotaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khotaha
Where is Khotaha located?
Khotaha village is located in Hata Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khotaha?
Khotaha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khotaha?
The pincode of Khotaha is 274149.
What is the population of Khotaha?
Khotaha has a total population of 7,347, including 3,705 males and 3,642 females.
How many households are there in Khotaha?
There are 1,230 households in Khotaha.
What is the literacy rate in Khotaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khotaha is 57.08%. Male literacy is 70.04% and female literacy is 43.90%.