Kotla - Kandaghat, Solan
Kotla is a village situated in the Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotla is 022323. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.11 hectares and falls under the 173215 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Kotla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotla
According to the 2011 Census, Kotla village had a total population of 4 people, including 4 males and 0 females, living in 1 households. The overall literacy rate was 100.00%, with male literacy at 100.00%.
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 | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotla
Kotla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kotla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Kotla is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotla 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kotla
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 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kotla
Where is Kotla located?
Kotla village is located in Kandaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotla?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotla is Kot.
What is the pincode of Kotla?
The pincode of Kotla is 173215.
How many households are there in Kotla?
Kotla had 1 households.