Kota Dhar - Aut, Mandi
Kota Dhar is a village situated in the Aut tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Kotadhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kota Dhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kota Dhar is 014839. The village covers a total geographical area of 250 hectares and falls under the 175121 pincode. Bhuntar is the nearest town.
Kota Dhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kota Dhar
According to the 2011 Census, Kota Dhar village had a total population of 1,877 people, including 957 males and 920 females, living in 398 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.96%, with male literacy at 94.51% and female literacy at 79.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 385, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 1,877 | 957 | 920 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 101 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 385 | 197 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,467 | 809 | 658 |
| Illiterate Population | 410 | 148 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Kota Dhar
Kota Dhar 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 Kota Dhar
Kota Dhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Mandi to Kota Dhar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kota Dhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kota Dhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kota Dhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kota Dhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kota Dhar
Where is Kota Dhar located?
Kota Dhar village is located in Aut Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kota Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kota Dhar is Kotadhar.
What is the pincode of Kota Dhar?
The pincode of Kota Dhar is 175121.
What is the population of Kota Dhar?
Kota Dhar had a total population of 1,877, including 957 males and 920 females.
How many households are there in Kota Dhar?
Kota Dhar had 398 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kota Dhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kota Dhar was 86.96%. Male literacy was 94.51% and female literacy was 79.18%.