Up Mahal Kotangan
Up Mahal Kotangan is a village located in Nerua tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 152km away from district headquarter Nerua. Nerua is the sub-district headquarter of Up Mahal Kotangan village. As per 2009 stats, Tharoch is the gram panchayat of Up Mahal Kotangan village.
Here you can discover what makes Up Mahal Kotangan unique in its vibrant Nerua-Shimla region. You’ll see Up Mahal Kotangan’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 Up Mahal Kotangan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Up Mahal Kotangan is 025724. The village spans a total geographical area of 147.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171210. Chaupal is nearest town to Up Mahal Kotangan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Up Mahal Kotangan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Up Mahal Kotangan
Population of Up Mahal Kotangan
According to the 2011 Census, Up Mahal Kotangan has a total population of about 315, with approximately 155 males and 160 females. The sex ratio is around 1032 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 40 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 98 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 61.27%, with male literacy at about 67.74% and female literacy near 55.00%. There are around 59 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Up Mahal Kotangan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 315 | 155 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 43 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 193 | 105 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 50 | 72 |
Connectivity of Up Mahal Kotangan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Up Mahal Kotangan. As per the 2011 stats, Up Mahal Kotangan 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 Up Mahal Kotangan
Knowing the nearby villages of Up Mahal Kotangan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Up Mahal Kotangan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Up Mahal Kotangan
- Where is Up Mahal Kotangan located?
- Up Mahal Kotangan village is situated in Nerua Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Up Mahal Kotangan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Up Mahal Kotangan is Tharoch (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Up Mahal Kotangan?
- The pincode of Up Mahal Kotangan is 171210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Up Mahal Kotangan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Up Mahal Kotangan is 315, with 155 males and 160 females.
- How many households are there in Up Mahal Kotangan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Up Mahal Kotangan village has a total of 59 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Up Mahal Kotangan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Up Mahal Kotangan is 61.27%. The male literacy rate is 67.74%, while the female literacy rate is 55.00%.