Dhar Kotla - Nalagarh, Solan
Dhar Kotla is a village situated in the Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Koedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhar Kotla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhar Kotla is 020943. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.44 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Dhar 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 Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhar Kotla
According to the 2011 Census, Dhar Kotla village had a total population of 54 people, including 30 males and 24 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.50%, with male literacy at 76.92% and female literacy at 45.45%.
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 | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 10 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Dhar Kotla
Dhar 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 Dhar Kotla
Dhar 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 | 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 Solan to Dhar Kotla is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhar Kotla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhar Kotla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhar 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 Dhar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dhar Kotla
Where is Dhar Kotla located?
Dhar Kotla village is located in Nalagarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhar Kotla?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhar Kotla is Koedi.
What is the pincode of Dhar Kotla?
The pincode of Dhar Kotla is 174101.
What is the population of Dhar Kotla?
Dhar Kotla had a total population of 54, including 30 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Dhar Kotla?
Dhar Kotla had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhar Kotla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhar Kotla was 62.50%. Male literacy was 76.92% and female literacy was 45.45%.