Kotla Kalan
Kotla Kalan is a village located in Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 99km away from district headquarter Nalagarh. Nalagarh is the sub-district headquarter of Kotla Kalan village. As per 2009 stats, Baruna is the gram panchayat of Kotla Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Kotla Kalan unique in its vibrant Nalagarh-Solan region. You’ll see Kotla Kalan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kotla Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotla Kalan is 020812. The village spans a total geographical area of 318.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174101. Nalagarh is nearest town to Kotla Kalan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kotla Kalan 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 Nalagarh 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.
Google Map of Kotla Kalan
Population of Kotla Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Kotla Kalan has a total population of about 646, with approximately 343 males and 303 females. The sex ratio is around 883 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 82 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 92 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.36%, with male literacy at about 78.72% and female literacy near 63.04%. There are around 122 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotla Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 646 | 343 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 50 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 461 | 270 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 73 | 112 |
Connectivity of Kotla Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotla Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Kotla Kalan 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotla Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotla Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotla Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotla Kalan
- Where is Kotla Kalan located?
- Kotla Kalan village is situated in Nalagarh Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotla Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kotla Kalan is Baruna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kotla Kalan?
- The pincode of Kotla Kalan is 174101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotla Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotla Kalan is 646, with 343 males and 303 females.
- How many households are there in Kotla Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotla Kalan village has a total of 122 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotla Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotla Kalan is 71.36%. The male literacy rate is 78.72%, while the female literacy rate is 63.04%.