Holta

Holta is a village located in Palampur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from district headquarter Palampur. Palampur is the sub-district headquarter of Holta village. As per 2009 stats, Muhal Banoori is the gram panchayat of Holta village.

Here you can discover what makes Holta unique in its vibrant Palampur-Kangra region. You’ll see Holta’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Holta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Holta is 011838. The village spans a total geographical area of 270.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176061. Palampur is nearest town to Holta village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Holta village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Palampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Holta

According to the 2011 Census, Holta has a total population of about 4,028, with approximately 2,852 males and 1,176 females. The sex ratio is around 412 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 413 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 312 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 71. The overall literacy rate is approximately 85.63%, with male literacy at about 88.88% and female literacy near 77.72%. There are around 788 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Holta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,028 2,852 1,176
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 413 224 189
Scheduled Castes (SC) 312 192 120
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 71 48 23
Literate Population 3,449 2,535 914
Illiterate Population 579 317 262

Connectivity of Holta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Holta. As per the 2011 stats, Holta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Holta

Knowing the nearby villages of Holta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Holta.

Frequently Asked Questions about Holta

Where is Holta located?
Holta village is situated in Palampur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Holta?
The Gram Panchayat of Holta is Muhal Banoori (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Holta?
The pincode of Holta is 176061, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Holta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Holta is 4,028, with 2,852 males and 1,176 females.
How many households are there in Holta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Holta village has a total of 788 households.
What is the literacy rate in Holta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Holta is 85.63%. The male literacy rate is 88.88%, while the female literacy rate is 77.72%.