Kotahan

Kotahan is a village located in Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 94km away from district headquarter Jaisinghpur. Jaisinghpur is the sub-district headquarter of Kotahan village. As per 2009 stats, Bagkulzan is the gram panchayat of Kotahan village.

Kotahan has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kotahan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotahan is 011414. The village spans a total geographical area of 98.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176095. Palampur is nearest town to Kotahan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kotahan

Below is a concise population overview of Kotahan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 250 113 137
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 20 9 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) 68 30 38
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 188 91 97
Illiterate Population 62 22 40

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kotahan village:

  • The total population of Kotahan village is around 250, including approximately 113 males and 137 females, with a sex ratio of 1212 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 20 children aged 0–6 years in Kotahan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kotahan village has 68 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kotahan village is about 75.20%, with male literacy at 80.53% and female literacy at 70.80%.
  • There are around 70 households in Kotahan village.

Connectivity of Kotahan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotahan. As per the 2011 stats, Kotahan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kotahan

Knowing the nearby villages of Kotahan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotahan.

Kamand Gujrera Alsanu Tikri Dabla Bag Kuljan Kachhal Bhadarian Jaisinghpur Kachhal Jagian Bhuhara Utrapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Kotahan

Where is Kotahan located?
Kotahan village is situated in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotahan is Bagkulzan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kotahan?
The pincode of Kotahan is 176095, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kotahan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotahan is 250, with 113 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Kotahan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kotahan village has a total of 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotahan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotahan is 75.20%. The male literacy rate is 80.53%, while the female literacy rate is 70.80%.