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
As per Census 2011, Kota Dhar village has a total population of 1,877 people, consisting of 957 males and 920 females. The village has 398 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,467 literate and 410 illiterate residents. Additionally, 385 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kota Dhar are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,877, including 957 males and 920 females.
How many households are there in Kota Dhar?
There are 398 households in Kota Dhar.
What is the literacy rate in Kota Dhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kota Dhar is 78.16%. Male literacy is 84.54% and female literacy is 71.52%.