Kotharakala - Lambhua, Sultanpur
Kotharakala is a village situated in the Lambhua tehsil of Sultanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lambhua and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sultanpur. Kotharakala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotharakala is 170780. The village covers a total geographical area of 232.15 hectares and falls under the 222303 pincode. Koiripur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kotharakala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kotharakala
As per Census 2011, Kotharakala village has a total population of 2,207 people, consisting of 1,118 males and 1,089 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 322 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,353 literate and 854 illiterate residents. Additionally, 723 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotharakala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,207 | 1,118 | 1,089 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 166 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 723 | 358 | 365 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,353 | 795 | 558 |
| Illiterate Population | 854 | 323 | 531 |
Nearby Villages of Kotharakala
Kotharakala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saitapur | West | 0.95 km |
| Dhaurahra | South | 1.25 km |
| Garma Koyripur | North | 1.28 km |
| Kotharakhurd | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Maghaia | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Darwarpur | South | 1.72 km |
| Khargipur | East | 1.75 km |
| Duwari | South | 2.03 km |
| Patuluki | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Aanapurnarayanganj | North-West | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotharakala
Kotharakala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mahrani Pachhim, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.9 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 Koiripur to Kotharakala is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sultanpur to Kotharakala is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotharakala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotharakala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kotharakala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotharakala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kotharakala
Where is Kotharakala located?
Kotharakala village is located in Lambhua Tehsil, Sultanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotharakala?
Kotharakala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotharakala?
The pincode of Kotharakala is 222303.
What is the population of Kotharakala?
Kotharakala has a total population of 2,207, including 1,118 males and 1,089 females.
How many households are there in Kotharakala?
There are 386 households in Kotharakala.
What is the literacy rate in Kotharakala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotharakala is 61.30%. Male literacy is 71.11% and female literacy is 51.24%.