Kotla - Kunihar, Solan
Kotla is a village situated in the Kunihar tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 43 km from Solan. Kunihar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotla is 020275. The village covers a total geographical area of 10.18 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Arki 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 Arki 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 101 people, including 50 males and 51 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.40%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 82.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88.
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 | 101 | 50 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 42 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 4 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Kotla
Kotla 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
Kotla 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 | 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 Solan to Kotla is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 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 Kotla
Where is Kotla located?
Kotla village is located in Kunihar Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotla?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotla is Kunihar.
What is the pincode of Kotla?
The pincode of Kotla is 173207.
What is the population of Kotla?
Kotla had a total population of 101, including 50 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Kotla?
Kotla had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotla was 91.40%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 82.98%.