Kotara
About Kotara
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kotara village is 026480. Kotara village is located in Rohru tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 130km away from district headquarter Rohru. Rohru is the sub-district headquarter of Kotara village. As per 2009 stats, Bhaloon is the gram panchayat of Kotara village.
The total geographical area of village is 669 hectares. Kotara has a total population of 459 peoples, out of which male population is 235 while female population is 224. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 953 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kotara village is 66.67% out of which 81.70% males and 50.89% females are literate. There are about 109 houses in kotara village. Pincode of kotara village locality is 171207.
When it comes to administration, Kotara village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kotara village comes under Rohru Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Rohru is nearest town to kotara village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kotara
The population details of Kotara cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 459 | 235 | 224 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 206 | 105 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 306 | 192 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 43 | 110 |
Connectivity of Kotara
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kotara
Where is Kotara located?
Kotara village is situated in Rohru Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotara is Bhaloon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kotara?
The pincode of Kotara is 171207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kotara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotara is 459, with 235 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Kotara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kotara village has a total of 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotara is 66.67%. The male literacy rate is 81.70%, while the female literacy rate is 50.89%.