Kotgarh
Kotgarh is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 81km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Kotgarh village. As per 2009 stats, Kotgarh village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kotgarh unique in its vibrant Kumharsain-Shimla region. You’ll see Kotgarh’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kotgarh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotgarh is 023921. The village spans a total geographical area of 138.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172031. Narkanda is nearest town to Kotgarh village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kotgarh
Population of Kotgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Kotgarh has a total population of about 608, with approximately 290 males and 318 females. The sex ratio is around 1096 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 41 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 204 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 83.72%, with male literacy at about 88.28% and female literacy near 79.56%. There are around 194 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotgarh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 608 | 290 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 96 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 509 | 256 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 34 | 65 |
Connectivity of Kotgarh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotgarh. As per the 2011 stats, Kotgarh 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 Kotgarh
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotgarh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotgarh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotgarh
- Where is Kotgarh located?
- Kotgarh village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotgarh?
- Kotgarh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kotgarh?
- The pincode of Kotgarh is 172031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotgarh is 608, with 290 males and 318 females.
- How many households are there in Kotgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotgarh village has a total of 194 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotgarh is 83.72%. The male literacy rate is 88.28%, while the female literacy rate is 79.56%.