Kotla Barog - Narag, Sirmaur
Kotla Barog is a village situated in the Narag tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 90 km from Nahan. Daro-devaria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotla Barog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotla Barog is 022834. The village covers a total geographical area of 364 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Kotla Barog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotla Barog
According to the 2011 Census, Kotla Barog village had a total population of 351 people, including 154 males and 197 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,279 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.40%, with male literacy at 92.20% and female literacy at 80.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 351 | 154 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 130 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 24 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Kotla Barog
Kotla Barog 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 Kotla Barog
Kotla Barog is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Kotla Barog is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotla Barog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotla Barog village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotla Barog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotla Barog village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotla Barog
Where is Kotla Barog located?
Kotla Barog village is located in Narag Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotla Barog?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotla Barog is Daro-devaria.
What is the pincode of Kotla Barog?
The pincode of Kotla Barog is 173024.
What is the population of Kotla Barog?
Kotla Barog had a total population of 351, including 154 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Kotla Barog?
Kotla Barog had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotla Barog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotla Barog was 85.40%. Male literacy was 92.20% and female literacy was 80.11%.