Kotla Bhama - Batala, Gurdaspur
Kotla Bhama 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 46 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Kotla Bama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotla Bhama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotla Bhama is 028794. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 143505 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Kotla Bhama 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 Kotla Bhama
According to the 2011 Census, Kotla Bhama village had a total population of 708 people, including 366 males and 342 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.71%, with male literacy at 85.17% and female literacy at 74.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123.
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 | 708 | 366 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 49 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 68 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 495 | 270 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 96 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Kotla Bhama
Kotla Bhama 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 Kotla Bhama
Kotla Bhama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kotla Bhama.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Kotla Bhama is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotla Bhama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotla Bhama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotla Bhama
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 Bhama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kotla Bhama
Where is Kotla Bhama located?
Kotla Bhama village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotla Bhama?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotla Bhama is Kotla Bama.
What is the pincode of Kotla Bhama?
The pincode of Kotla Bhama is 143505.
What is the population of Kotla Bhama?
Kotla Bhama had a total population of 708, including 366 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Kotla Bhama?
Kotla Bhama had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotla Bhama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotla Bhama was 79.71%. Male literacy was 85.17% and female literacy was 74.01%.