Village code 224955

Kothar Village, Barsoi Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Kothar is a village in Barsoi Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Katihar district, Bihar. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Kothar village map in Bihar
Kothar village map image for Barsoi Block, Bihar.

Village Overview

Kothar is a village in Barsoi Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Katihar district, Bihar. For Kothar, the population is 1,981, PIN code is 855102 and Census village code is 224955. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Kothar village
Village code224955
PIN code855102
Population1,981
Households427
Area277 ha / 2.77 sq. km / 684 acres
Population density715 people per sq. km
Sex ratio908 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townKatihar (48 km)
Current stateBihar
Census 2011 stateBihar
Current districtKatihar
Census 2011 districtKatihar

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 855102. This helps users verify the postal area for Kothar, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Kothar village
PIN code855102
Post offices linked with this PINBarsoi SO, Awadpur BO, Chhoghra BO, Dasgram BO, Gowaltoli BO, and Hat Balrampur BO
Best matching post officeBarsoi SO (Post office)
Delivery office records12
Postal districtKatihar
Postal stateBihar
Postal divisionDivisional Office Katihar
Postal circleBihar Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Kothar comes under Belva gram panchayat and Barsoi C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Barsoi Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Barsoi at 9 km. The Census district headquarters, Katihar, is 48 km away.

Administrative details for Kothar
Current stateBihar
Census 2011 stateBihar
Current districtKatihar
Census 2011 districtKatihar
State code10
District code212
Block / Census sub-district code1147
Gram panchayat code0021
C.D. Block code135
Block panchayat code135

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Kothar village and its household count.

Total population

1,981 residents in 427 households

Male population

1,038

Female population

943

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: Not reported; Scheduled Tribes: Not reported

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Not available in village

Private pre-primary school

Available; count: 1

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Private primary school

Available; count: 1

Middle school

Available; government count: 1

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Kothar
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Kothar
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayAvailable
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadNot available in village
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageNot available in village
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopNot available in village
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatAvailable
Self-help groupNot available in village
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationNot available in village
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyNot available in village
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Kothar
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageAvailable
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyNot available in village
Agriculture power supplyNot available in village
Commercial power supplyNot available in village

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Kothar
Net area sown276.98 hectares
Irrigated area190 hectares
Unirrigated area86.98 hectares
Canal irrigated area100 hectares
Main cropPaddy

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Kothar
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Lagua, 5-10 km away.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Salmari, more than 10 km away.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.

How to Reach Kothar

Katihar (48 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Barsoi is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Kothar
Nearest major townKatihar (48 km)
Block headquartersBarsoi (9 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadNot available in village

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Kothar. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Kothar
Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 1
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Private Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Middle SchoolAvailable; 1
Private Middle SchoolAvailable; 1
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Open DrainageAvailable
Open Kuccha DrainageAvailable
Auto Modified AutosAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
National HighwayAvailable
Black Topped (Pucca) RoadAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Weekly HaatAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
ASHAAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Kothar village located?

Kothar is located in Barsoi Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Katihar.

Which Block is Kothar in?

Kothar is in Barsoi Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Kothar in?

District: Katihar.

What is the village code of Kothar?

The Census village code of Kothar is 224955.

What is the PIN code of Kothar?

The PIN code reported for Kothar is 855102.

What is the population of Kothar?

Kothar has 1,981 residents in 427 households as per Census 2011.

Which gram panchayat is Kothar part of?

Kothar comes under Belva gram panchayat.

Which is the nearest town to Kothar?

The nearest statutory town to Kothar is Katihar (48 km).

Which crops are grown in Kothar?

The main crops reported for Kothar are Paddy.

What land-use details are available for Kothar?

Land-use details for Kothar include net area sown: 276.98 hectares, irrigated area: 190 hectares, and unirrigated area: 86.98 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Kothar?

Government primary school status for Kothar is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Kothar?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Kothar?

Mobile phone coverage is not available in village.

What is the total area of Kothar?

The total geographical area of Kothar is 277 hectares.

How many households are in Kothar?

Kothar has 427 households as per Census 2011.

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