Kotla - Khaga, Fatehpur
Kotla is a village situated in the Khaga tehsil of Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khaga and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Fatehpur. Kotla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotla is 157110. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.65 hectares and falls under the 212650 pincode. Hathgam is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kotla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Husainganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotla
According to the 2011 Census, Kotla village had a total population of 1,072 people, including 537 males and 535 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.40%, with male literacy at 78.25% and female literacy at 58.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 412.
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 | 1,072 | 537 | 535 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 91 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 412 | 199 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 604 | 349 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 468 | 188 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Kotla
Kotla 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 Kotla
Kotla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hathgam to Kotla is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Fatehpur to Kotla is about 32 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 Kotla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kotla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kotla
Where is Kotla located?
Kotla village is located in Khaga Tehsil, Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotla?
Kotla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kotla?
The pincode of Kotla is 212650.
What is the population of Kotla?
Kotla had a total population of 1,072, including 537 males and 535 females.
How many households are there in Kotla?
Kotla had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotla was 68.40%. Male literacy was 78.25% and female literacy was 58.35%.