Kotga Kandon - Kamrau, Sirmaur
Kotga Kandon is a village situated in the Kamrau tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Poka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotga Kandon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotga Kandon is 023410. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.08 hectares and falls under the 173029 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Kotga Kandon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotga Kandon
As per Census 2011, Kotga Kandon village has a total population of 333 people, consisting of 181 males and 152 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 839 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 186 literate and 147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotga Kandon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 333 | 181 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 118 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 63 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Kotga Kandon
Kotga Kandon 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 Kotga Kandon
Public transport in the Kotga Kandon is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Kotga Kandon is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotga Kandon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotga Kandon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kotga Kandon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotga Kandon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotga Kandon
Where is Kotga Kandon located?
Kotga Kandon village is located in Kamrau Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotga Kandon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotga Kandon is Poka.
What is the pincode of Kotga Kandon?
The pincode of Kotga Kandon is 173029.
What is the population of Kotga Kandon?
Kotga Kandon has a total population of 333, including 181 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Kotga Kandon?
There are 58 households in Kotga Kandon.
What is the literacy rate in Kotga Kandon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotga Kandon is 55.86%. Male literacy is 65.19% and female literacy is 44.74%.