Kota

Kota is a village located in Shalai tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 125km away from district headquarter Shalai. Shalai is the sub-district headquarter of Kota village. As per 2009 stats, Kota Pab is the gram panchayat of Kota village.

Kota has its own place in the vibrant Sirmaur 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 Kota

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kota is 023434. The village spans a total geographical area of 1036 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173027. Paonta Sahib is nearest town to Kota village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kota 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 Shillai 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 Kota

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,672 879 793
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 310 154 156
Scheduled Castes (SC) 557 271 286
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 760 448 312
Illiterate Population 912 431 481

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

  • The total population of Kota village is around 1,672, including approximately 879 males and 793 females, with a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 310 children aged 0–6 years in Kota village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kota village has 557 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kota village is about 45.45%, with male literacy at 50.97% and female literacy at 39.34%.
  • There are around 247 households in Kota village.

Connectivity of Kota

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

Nearby Villages of Kota

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kota

Where is Kota located?
Kota village is situated in Shalai Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kota?
The Gram Panchayat of Kota is Kota Pab (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kota?
The pincode of Kota is 173027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kota as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kota is 1,672, with 879 males and 793 females.
How many households are there in Kota as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kota village has a total of 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kota as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kota is 45.45%. The male literacy rate is 50.97%, while the female literacy rate is 39.34%.