Kotla - Dhari, Nainital
Kotla is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 68 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Kotla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotla is 054973. The village covers a total geographical area of 241.48 hectares and falls under the 263136 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Kotla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotla
According to the 2011 Census, Kotla village had a total population of 815 people, including 416 males and 399 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.21%, with male literacy at 93.15% and female literacy at 63.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
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 | 815 | 416 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 80 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 524 | 313 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 103 | 188 |
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 bus services.
| 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 Bhimtal to Kotla is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Kotla is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotla
Where is Kotla located?
Kotla village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, 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 263136.
What is the population of Kotla?
Kotla had a total population of 815, including 416 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Kotla?
Kotla had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotla was 78.21%. Male literacy was 93.15% and female literacy was 63.17%.