Khothilawa - Chunar, Mirzapur
Khothilawa is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Kothilawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khothilawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khothilawa is 212927. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.87 hectares and falls under the 231304 pincode. Mirzapur is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Khothilawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marihan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khothilawa
As per Census 2011, Khothilawa village has a total population of 588 people, consisting of 315 males and 273 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 221 literate and 367 illiterate residents. Additionally, 353 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khothilawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 588 | 315 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 63 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 197 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 221 | 146 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 169 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Khothilawa
Khothilawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwa Kalan | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Gobardaha | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Rampur Shakteshgarh | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Jaugarh | South | 3.25 km |
| Imlia Badhawa | West | 3.84 km |
| Mishirpura | West | 4.07 km |
| Tendua Kalan | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Kuwa Khurd | North | 4.28 km |
| Nunauti | South-West | 4.53 km |
| Samudwa | North-East | 4.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khothilawa
Khothilawa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Saktesgarh, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mirzapur to Khothilawa is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Khothilawa is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khothilawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khothilawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khothilawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khothilawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khothilawa
Where is Khothilawa located?
Khothilawa village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khothilawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Khothilawa is Kothilawa.
What is the pincode of Khothilawa?
The pincode of Khothilawa is 231304.
What is the population of Khothilawa?
Khothilawa has a total population of 588, including 315 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Khothilawa?
There are 82 households in Khothilawa.
What is the literacy rate in Khothilawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khothilawa is 37.59%. Male literacy is 46.35% and female literacy is 27.47%.