Kotla Khas - Jaswan, Kangra
Kotla Khas is a village situated in the Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kotla Behar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotla Khas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotla Khas is 010622. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.92 hectares and falls under the 177111 pincode. Talwara is the nearest town.
Kotla Khas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotla Khas
According to the 2011 Census, Kotla Khas village had a total population of 171 people, including 82 males and 89 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.72%, with male literacy at 89.55% and female literacy at 80.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 171 | 82 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 60 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 22 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Kotla Khas
Kotla Khas is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kotla Khas
Public transport in the Kotla Khas is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Kotla Khas is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotla Khas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotla Khas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kotla Khas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotla Khas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotla Khas
Where is Kotla Khas located?
Kotla Khas village is located in Jaswan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotla Khas?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotla Khas is Kotla Behar.
What is the pincode of Kotla Khas?
The pincode of Kotla Khas is 177111.
What is the population of Kotla Khas?
Kotla Khas had a total population of 171, including 82 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Kotla Khas?
Kotla Khas had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotla Khas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotla Khas was 84.72%. Male literacy was 89.55% and female literacy was 80.52%.