Kot Mazlas - Batala, Gurdaspur
Kot Mazlas is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Kot Majlas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kot Mazlas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kot Mazlas is 028770. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 143505 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Kot Mazlas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehgarh churian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kot Mazlas
According to the 2011 Census, Kot Mazlas village had a total population of 1,840 people, including 954 males and 886 females, living in 312 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.75%, with male literacy at 79.98% and female literacy at 69.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 474.
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 | 1,840 | 954 | 886 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 125 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 474 | 254 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,202 | 663 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 638 | 291 | 347 |
Nearby Villages of Kot Mazlas
Kot Mazlas is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kane Gil | East | 0.94 km |
| Damodar | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Dhawan | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Kashtiwal | South | 1.81 km |
| Gujjarpura | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Mirzajan | North | 2.11 km |
| Kalar | West | 2.31 km |
| Bijliwal | East | 2.60 km |
| Akarpura | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Daburji | South-West | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kot Mazlas
Kot Mazlas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Batala Junction, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Kot Mazlas is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kot Mazlas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kot Mazlas 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kot Mazlas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kot Mazlas 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kot Mazlas
Where is Kot Mazlas located?
Kot Mazlas village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kot Mazlas?
The Gram Panchayat of Kot Mazlas is Kot Majlas.
What is the pincode of Kot Mazlas?
The pincode of Kot Mazlas is 143505.
What is the population of Kot Mazlas?
Kot Mazlas had a total population of 1,840, including 954 males and 886 females.
How many households are there in Kot Mazlas?
Kot Mazlas had 312 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kot Mazlas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kot Mazlas was 74.75%. Male literacy was 79.98% and female literacy was 69.19%.