Kotwa
Kotwa is a village located in Tamkuhi Raj tehsil of Kushinagar district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Tamkuhi Raj (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Kushinagar. As per 2009 stats, Kotwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kotwa unique in its vibrant Tamkuhi Raj-Kushinagar region. You’ll see Kotwa’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 Kotwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotwa is 189577. The village spans a total geographical area of 120.75 hectares. Kushinagar is nearest town to Kotwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Kotwa
Population of Kotwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kotwa has a total population of about 1,916, with approximately 996 males and 920 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 295 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 110 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 28. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.70%, with male literacy at about 70.98% and female literacy near 49.57%. There are around 266 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,916 | 996 | 920 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 153 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 55 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 18 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,163 | 707 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 753 | 289 | 464 |
Connectivity of Kotwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotwa. As per the 2011 stats, Kotwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotwa
- Where is Kotwa located?
- Kotwa village is situated in Tamkuhi Raj Tehsil, within the Kushinagar district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotwa?
- Kotwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kotwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotwa is 1,916, with 996 males and 920 females.
- How many households are there in Kotwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotwa village has a total of 266 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotwa is 60.70%. The male literacy rate is 70.98%, while the female literacy rate is 49.57%.