Kotla - Kalanaur, Gurdaspur
Kotla is a village situated in the Kalanaur tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 28 km from Gurdaspur and around 28 km from Gurdaspur. Buche Nangal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotla is 028030. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 143512 pincode. Dhariwal is the nearest town.
Kotla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Batala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotla
As per Census 2011, Kotla village has a total population of 110 people, consisting of 56 males and 54 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 80 literate and 30 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 110 | 56 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 14 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Kotla
Kotla 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
Public transport in the Kotla is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Kotla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Kotla is about 28 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 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kotla
Where is Kotla located?
Kotla village is located in Kalanaur Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotla?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotla is Buche Nangal.
What is the pincode of Kotla?
The pincode of Kotla is 143512.
What is the population of Kotla?
Kotla has a total population of 110, including 56 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Kotla?
There are 17 households in Kotla.
What is the literacy rate in Kotla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotla is 72.73%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 70.37%.