Kotri - Nahan, Sirmaur
Kotri is a village situated in the Nahan tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Nahan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotri is 023222. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 173001 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Kotri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotri
According to the 2011 Census, Kotri village had a total population of 325 people, including 158 males and 167 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.86%, with male literacy at 90.84% and female literacy at 70.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 325 | 158 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 119 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 39 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Kotri
Kotri 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 Kotri
Kotri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Kotri is about 4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kotri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kotri
Where is Kotri located?
Kotri village is located in Nahan Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotri?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotri is Nahan.
What is the pincode of Kotri?
The pincode of Kotri is 173001.
What is the population of Kotri?
Kotri had a total population of 325, including 158 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Kotri?
Kotri had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotri was 79.86%. Male literacy was 90.84% and female literacy was 70.07%.