Kotra - Sardulgarh, Mansa
Kotra is a village situated in the Sardulgarh tehsil of Mansa district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sardulgarh and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Mansa. Kotra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotra is 035942. The village covers a total geographical area of 356 hectares and falls under the 151504 pincode. Sardulgarh is the nearest town.
Kotra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sardulgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bathinda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotra
According to the 2011 Census, Kotra village had a total population of 915 people, including 484 males and 431 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.13%, with male literacy at 67.69% and female literacy at 55.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 159.
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 | 915 | 484 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 60 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 78 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 502 | 287 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 197 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Kotra
Kotra 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 Kotra
Kotra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mansa to Kotra is about 40 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 Kotra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kotra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotra
Where is Kotra located?
Kotra village is located in Sardulgarh Tehsil, Mansa district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotra?
Kotra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotra?
The pincode of Kotra is 151504.
What is the population of Kotra?
Kotra had a total population of 915, including 484 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Kotra?
Kotra had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotra was 62.13%. Male literacy was 67.69% and female literacy was 55.99%.