Kohala
Kohala is a village located in Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Ajnala (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Kohala village is also a gram panchayat.
Kohala has its own place in the vibrant Amritsar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kohala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kohala is 037297. The village spans a total geographical area of 542 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140309. Raja Sansi is nearest town to Kohala village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kohala 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 Amritsar central Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kohala
Population of Kohala
Below is a concise population overview of Kohala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,627 | 1,371 | 1,256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 153 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,350 | 701 | 649 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,491 | 854 | 637 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,136 | 517 | 619 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kohala village:
- The total population of Kohala village is around 2,627, including approximately 1,371 males and 1,256 females, with a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 297 children aged 0–6 years in Kohala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kohala village has 1,350 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Kohala village is about 56.76%, with male literacy at 62.29% and female literacy at 50.72%.
- There are around 404 households in Kohala village.
Connectivity of Kohala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kohala. As per the 2011 stats, Kohala 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 Kohala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kohala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kohala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kohala
- Where is Kohala located?
- Kohala village is situated in Ajnala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kohala?
- Kohala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kohala?
- The pincode of Kohala is 140309, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kohala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kohala is 2,627, with 1,371 males and 1,256 females.
- How many households are there in Kohala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kohala village has a total of 404 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kohala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kohala is 56.76%. The male literacy rate is 62.29%, while the female literacy rate is 50.72%.