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
As per Census 2011, Kotra village has a total population of 915 people, consisting of 484 males and 431 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 502 literate and 413 illiterate residents. Additionally, 159 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 915 | 484 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 60 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 78 | 81 |
| 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 has a total population of 915, including 484 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Kotra?
There are 171 households in Kotra.
What is the literacy rate in Kotra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotra is 54.86%. Male literacy is 59.30% and female literacy is 49.88%.