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Kotla, India

Himachal Pradesh · India

Kotla is a small town in Himachal Pradesh, India with a population of 5,000. Elevation: 1,995 ft (608 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,000 Population 36/sq mi density
1,995 ft Elevation 608 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
80.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Kolkata Timezone
$2,800 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$2,800 median income, 5.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$18,000 home value, $35/mo rent

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About Kotla

Kotla is a small hill town situated on the Pathankot–Dharamshala road, in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is located in the Kangra district. The town is about 45 kilometres (28 mi) from Pathankot and the same distance from Dharamshala. Its geographical coordinates are 32° 15' 0" North, 76° 2' 0" East.

People

Population5,000
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density36/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$2,800
Per Capita$2,850
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty7.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$18,000
Rent$35
Housing Units2,000
Rent Burden26.5%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain80.5 in/yr
Sunny Days229/yr
Elevation1,995 ft (608 m)
Population5,000
Population Density36 / sq mi
Elevation1,995 ft (608 m)
Coordinates32.2500°, 76.0333°
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Country🇮🇳 India
State / ProvinceHimachal Pradesh
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation80.5 inches (2,045 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$2,800
Median Age31.0 years

About Kotla

Kotla is a small town in India (Himachal Pradesh) with a population of 5,000. The city sits at an elevation of 1,995 feet (608 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 80.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Kolkata.

Kotla has a population of 5,000 with a density of 36 people per square mile, spread across 137.5 square miles. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,000
Total Population
36
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below India avg
137.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kotla vs India Average

The median household income in Kotla is $2,800, which is 96% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $2,850 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $55, 96% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 90 business establishments.

Income: Kotla vs India

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Income

Median HH Income$2,800
96% below India avg
Per Capita Income$2,850
Avg Weekly Wage$55

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above India avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below India avg
Establishments (County)90

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kotla is $18,000, 94% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $35 (97% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,000 total housing units in the city. 26.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$18,000
94% below India avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$35
97% below India avg
Rent Burden26.5%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units2,000

Property Tax

Kotla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 229 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 80.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,995 feet.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average69.9°F
29% above India avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days229 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,995 ft (608 m)
Area137.5 sq mi (356.0 km²)
Population Density36/sq mi
Coordinates32.2500°N, 76.0333°W
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 80.5"
112% above India avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 23.39"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

179 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 20, 2025.

May 1, 2013 16 km ENE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.7 92 km
Jan 27, 2002 24 km NE of Bhadarw?h, India M5.3 98 km
Dec 25, 1990 5 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.3 124 km
Jun 13, 2023 23 km NE of Bhadarwāh, India M5.2 97 km
Aug 2, 2013 17 km E of Kishtw?r, India M5.2 117 km
Mar 13, 2025 50 km SSW of Padam, India M5.1 107 km
Aug 23, 2011 41 km S of Padam, India M5.1 122 km
Jan 11, 2021 16 km W of Kishtw?r, India M5.1 124 km
Jun 13, 2014 16 km N of Doda, India M5.0 123 km
May 26, 2006 47 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 102 km
Apr 4, 2024 33 km S of Padam, India M5.0 126 km
Sep 15, 1993 2 km WNW of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 122 km
Feb 26, 2020 47 km NNE of Chamba, India M5.0 83 km
Aug 2, 2013 16 km ESE of Kishtw?r, India M5.0 113 km
Sep 28, 2001 6 km SSW of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 116 km
Sep 9, 2019 43 km E of Bhadarw?h, India M4.9 82 km
May 19, 2009 12 km S of Kishtw?r, India M4.9 108 km
Jun 4, 2013 41 km WNW of Kyelang, India M4.9 71 km
Mar 24, 1995 4 km ENE of Dalhousie, India M4.9 35 km
Jul 10, 2023 15 km SE of Kishtwār, India M4.9 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1905 KANGRA, INDIA Earthquake - 19,000 91 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 4.3 in Coldest
February 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in
March 65°F (18°C) 3.6 in
April 74°F (23°C) 1.6 in
May 83°F (28°C) 1.6 in
June 86°F (30°C) 4.5 in Warmest
July 80°F (27°C) 23.3 in
August 78°F (26°C) 23.4 in Wettest
September 77°F (25°C) 10.6 in
October 71°F (22°C) 1.9 in
November 62°F (17°C) 0.7 in Driest
December 56°F (13°C) 2.1 in

Kotla has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 52°F in January to 86°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 80.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (23.4") and November the driest (0.7").

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Libraries in Kotla

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Swami Vivekanand Pustakalaya0.0

Restaurants in Kotla

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pathankotia da Dhaba
R K Food Point
Rana @ 32 Mile
The Manor Hotel

Train Stations in Kotla

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bharmar
Jawanwala Shahr

Bus Stations in Kotla

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sihunta

Gas Stations in Kotla

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Indian Oil

Banks in Kotla

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

State Bank of India

Airports Near Kotla

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kangra AirportDHMMedium Airport
Pathankot AirportIXPMedium Airport
Beas Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kotla

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ganesha Mandir
Hanuman Mandir Donadi Sangam
Maa Bagulamukhi Mandir
Shiv Mandir
Shiv Mandir
कुंजर महादेव शिव मंदिर

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Kolkata

🇮🇳 About India

Capital New Delhi
Population 1,352,617,328
Area 3,287,590 km²
GDP (USD) $3,638,489,096,034
GDP per capita $2,530
HDI 0.644
Life expectancy 72.0 years
Internet users 55.9%
Urban population 35.1%
Currency INR (Rupee)
Languages English, Hindi, Tamil
Calling code +91
TLD .in
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kotla

What is the population of Kotla?

Kotla has a population of 5,000 residents and is located in India. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 137.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kotla expensive to live in?

The median household income is $2,800, 96% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $18,000 (94% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $35 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Kotla?

Kotla enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 80.5 inches.

How is the job market in Kotla?

The unemployment rate in Kotla is 5.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $55. There are 90 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kotla?

The median home value in Kotla is $18,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $35.

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