Kotla

Kotla is a village located in Seoni tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from district headquarter Seoni. Seoni is the sub-district headquarter of Kotla village. As per 2009 stats, Kotla village is also a gram panchayat.

Kotla has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kotla

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotla is 024044. The village spans a total geographical area of 168 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171103. Seoni is nearest town to Kotla village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kotla 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 Shimla Rural 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.

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Population of Kotla

Below is a concise population overview of Kotla as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 304 164 140
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 50 31 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) 133 69 64
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 232 129 103
Illiterate Population 72 35 37

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kotla village:

  • The total population of Kotla village is around 304, including approximately 164 males and 140 females, with a sex ratio of 853 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 50 children aged 0–6 years in Kotla village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kotla village has 133 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kotla village is about 76.32%, with male literacy at 78.66% and female literacy at 73.57%.
  • There are around 54 households in Kotla village.

Connectivity of Kotla

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotla. As per the 2011 stats, Kotla 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kotla

Knowing the nearby villages of Kotla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotla.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kotla

Where is Kotla located?
Kotla village is situated in Seoni Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotla?
Kotla serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kotla?
The pincode of Kotla is 171103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kotla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotla is 304, with 164 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Kotla as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kotla village has a total of 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotla as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotla is 76.32%. The male literacy rate is 78.66%, while the female literacy rate is 73.57%.