Kotla - Mamlig, Solan
Kotla is a village situated in the Mamlig tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Solan. Sainj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotla is 022397. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 173222 pincode. Solan 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 120 people, including 59 males and 61 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 87.72% and female literacy at 75.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 120 | 59 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 2 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 50 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 9 | 21 |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotla
Kotla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Kotla is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 1-2 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 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 Mamlig Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotla?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotla is Sainj.
What is the pincode of Kotla?
The pincode of Kotla is 173222.
What is the population of Kotla?
Kotla had a total population of 120, including 59 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Kotla?
Kotla had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotla was 81.82%. Male literacy was 87.72% and female literacy was 75.47%.