Kotha
Kotha is a village located in Shahkot tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkot (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Kotha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kotha unique in its vibrant Shahkot-Jalandhar region. You’ll see Kotha’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 Kotha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotha is 029759. The village spans a total geographical area of 117.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144629. Lohian Khass is nearest town to Kotha village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kotha
Population of Kotha
According to the 2011 Census, Kotha has a total population of about 583, with approximately 298 males and 285 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 52 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 282 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 49.91%, with male literacy at about 51.34% and female literacy near 48.42%. There are around 115 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 583 | 298 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 140 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 291 | 153 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 145 | 147 |
Connectivity of Kotha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotha. As per the 2011 stats, Kotha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kotha
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotha
- Where is Kotha located?
- Kotha village is situated in Shahkot Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotha?
- Kotha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kotha?
- The pincode of Kotha is 144629, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotha is 583, with 298 males and 285 females.
- How many households are there in Kotha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotha village has a total of 115 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotha is 49.91%. The male literacy rate is 51.34%, while the female literacy rate is 48.42%.