Khera Kotli - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Khera Kotli is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Khera Kotli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera Kotli is 030816. The village covers a total geographical area of 177 hectares and falls under the 144221 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Khera Kotli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khera Kotli
As per Census 2011, Khera Kotli village has a total population of 563 people, consisting of 293 males and 270 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 337 literate and 226 illiterate residents. Additionally, 215 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khera Kotli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 563 | 293 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 54 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 110 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 183 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 110 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Khera Kotli
Khera Kotli 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 Khera Kotli
Khera Kotli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khera Kotli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Khera Kotli is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khera Kotli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khera Kotli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khera Kotli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khera Kotli 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khera Kotli
Where is Khera Kotli located?
Khera Kotli village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khera Kotli?
Khera Kotli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khera Kotli?
The pincode of Khera Kotli is 144221.
What is the population of Khera Kotli?
Khera Kotli has a total population of 563, including 293 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Khera Kotli?
There are 109 households in Khera Kotli.
What is the literacy rate in Khera Kotli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera Kotli is 59.86%. Male literacy is 62.46% and female literacy is 57.04%.