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).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

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

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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
Density36/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain80.5 in/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)

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 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. 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)

Geography

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

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. Annual rainfall totals 80.5 inches.

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