Hottar - Billawar, Kathua
Hottar is a village situated in the Billawar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Billawar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Huttar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hottar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hottar is 001695. The village covers a total geographical area of 1135 hectares and falls under the 184204 pincode. Billawar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Hottar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hottar
As per Census 2011, Hottar village has a total population of 2,227 people, consisting of 1,183 males and 1,044 females. The village has 374 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 317 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,293 literate and 934 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 678 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hottar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,227 | 1,183 | 1,044 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 174 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 678 | 373 | 305 |
| Literate Population | 1,293 | 804 | 489 |
| Illiterate Population | 934 | 379 | 555 |
Nearby Villages of Hottar
Hottar 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 Hottar
Hottar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Billawar to Hottar is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Hottar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hottar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hottar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Hottar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hottar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hottar
Where is Hottar located?
Hottar village is located in Billawar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hottar?
The Gram Panchayat of Hottar is Huttar.
What is the pincode of Hottar?
The pincode of Hottar is 184204.
What is the population of Hottar?
Hottar has a total population of 2,227, including 1,183 males and 1,044 females.
How many households are there in Hottar?
There are 374 households in Hottar.
What is the literacy rate in Hottar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hottar is 58.06%. Male literacy is 67.96% and female literacy is 46.84%.