Kotla - Sundarnagar, Mandi
Kotla is a village situated in the Sundarnagar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Doldhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotla is 014362. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.8 hectares and falls under the 175031 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Kotla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nachan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotla
As per Census 2011, Kotla village has a total population of 200 people, consisting of 103 males and 97 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 133 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 200 | 103 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 76 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 27 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Kotla
Kotla 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
Kotla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kotla 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 Kotla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotla
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kotla
Where is Kotla located?
Kotla village is located in Sundarnagar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotla?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotla is Doldhar.
What is the pincode of Kotla?
The pincode of Kotla is 175031.
What is the population of Kotla?
Kotla has a total population of 200, including 103 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Kotla?
There are 35 households in Kotla.
What is the literacy rate in Kotla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotla is 66.50%. Male literacy is 73.79% and female literacy is 58.76%.