Kotra - Baseri, Dholpur
Kotra is a village situated in the Baseri tehsil of Dholpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 9 km from Baseri and around 54 km from Dhaulpur. Harjoopura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotra is 075435. The village covers a total geographical area of 847.76 hectares and falls under the 328022 pincode. Bari is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
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 Baseri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotra
As per Census 2011, Kotra village has a total population of 591 people, consisting of 338 males and 253 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 748 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 387 literate and 204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 591 | 338 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 66 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 249 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 89 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Kotra
Kotra is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tursipura | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Pipron | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Nagla Darwesha | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Arjunpura | South | 3.25 km |
| Chak Samantgarh | West | 3.29 km |
| Math Badri | East | 3.95 km |
| Samantgarh | North-West | 4.07 km |
| Banora | South | 4.35 km |
| Harjoopura | South-East | 4.35 km |
| Mai | North-East | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotra
Kotra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baseri, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bari to Kotra is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhaulpur to Kotra is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kotra
Where is Kotra located?
Kotra village is located in Baseri Tehsil, Dholpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotra?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotra is Harjoopura.
What is the pincode of Kotra?
The pincode of Kotra is 328022.
What is the population of Kotra?
Kotra has a total population of 591, including 338 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Kotra?
There are 90 households in Kotra.
What is the literacy rate in Kotra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotra is 65.48%. Male literacy is 73.67% and female literacy is 54.55%.