Kotra - Orai, Jalaun
Kotra is a village situated in the Orai tehsil of Jalaun district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from Orai, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Binaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotra is 151744. The village covers a total geographical area of 570.43 hectares and falls under the 285201 pincode. Orai is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Kotra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kishora | North | 1.05 km |
| Hilgna | South | 1.80 km |
| Lalpura | North | 2.39 km |
| Karthara | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Barsar | North-East | 2.92 km |
| Nada | North | 2.94 km |
| Pahari Khera | South | 3.03 km |
| Behatar | West | 3.22 km |
| Nandha | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Sikari Vyas | South | 3.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotra
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kotra. The nearest railway station is Ait, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Orai to Kotra is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Orai to Kotra is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 5-10 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 5-10 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 Orai Tehsil, Jalaun district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotra?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotra is Binaura.
What is the pincode of Kotra?
The pincode of Kotra is 285201.