Kotla - Katra, Reasi
Kotla is a village situated in the Katra tehsil of Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 61 km from Reasi and around 61 km from Reasi. Pora Kotla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotla is 005248. The village covers a total geographical area of 1033.2 hectares and falls under the 182311 pincode. Reasi is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kotla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kotla
As per Census 2011, Kotla village has a total population of 1,694 people, consisting of 884 males and 810 females. The village has 313 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 318 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 745 literate and 949 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 487 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,694 | 884 | 810 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 171 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 58 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 487 | 255 | 232 |
| Literate Population | 745 | 456 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 949 | 428 | 521 |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotla
Kotla is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Reasi to Kotla is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Reasi to Kotla is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotla
Where is Kotla located?
Kotla village is located in Katra Tehsil, Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotla?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotla is Pora Kotla.
What is the pincode of Kotla?
The pincode of Kotla is 182311.
What is the population of Kotla?
Kotla has a total population of 1,694, including 884 males and 810 females.
How many households are there in Kotla?
There are 313 households in Kotla.
What is the literacy rate in Kotla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotla is 43.98%. Male literacy is 51.58% and female literacy is 35.68%.