Chotala
Chotala is a village located in Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Dasua (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Chotala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chotala unique in its vibrant Dasua-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Chotala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chotala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chotala is 030878. The village spans a total geographical area of 612 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144207. Urmar Tanda is nearest town to Chotala village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chotala
Population of Chotala
According to the 2011 Census, Chotala has a total population of about 1,496, with approximately 787 males and 709 females. The sex ratio is around 900 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 181 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 942 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.05%, with male literacy at about 70.90% and female literacy near 62.76%. There are around 320 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chotala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,496 | 787 | 709 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 94 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 942 | 501 | 441 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,003 | 558 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 493 | 229 | 264 |
Connectivity of Chotala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chotala. As per the 2011 stats, Chotala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chotala
Knowing the nearby villages of Chotala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chotala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chotala
- Where is Chotala located?
- Chotala village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chotala?
- Chotala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chotala?
- The pincode of Chotala is 144207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chotala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chotala is 1,496, with 787 males and 709 females.
- How many households are there in Chotala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chotala village has a total of 320 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chotala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chotala is 67.05%. The male literacy rate is 70.90%, while the female literacy rate is 62.76%.