Kol

Kol is a village located in Kasauli tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from district headquarter Kasauli. Kasauli is the sub-district headquarter of Kol village. As per 2009 stats, Kot is the gram panchayat of Kol village.

Kol has its own place in the vibrant Solan region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kol

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kol is 021602. The village spans a total geographical area of 24.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173225. Sabathu is nearest town to Kol village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kol 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 Kasauli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla 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 Kol

Below is a concise population overview of Kol as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 79 42 37
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 7 5 2
Scheduled Castes (SC) 61 33 28
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 57 36 21
Illiterate Population 22 6 16

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kol village:

  • The total population of Kol village is around 79, including approximately 42 males and 37 females, with a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 7 children aged 0–6 years in Kol village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kol village has 61 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kol village is about 72.15%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 56.76%.
  • There are around 15 households in Kol village.

Connectivity of Kol

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

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

Nearby Villages of Kol

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kol

Where is Kol located?
Kol village is situated in Kasauli Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kol?
The Gram Panchayat of Kol is Kot (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kol?
The pincode of Kol is 173225, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kol is 79, with 42 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Kol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kol village has a total of 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kol as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kol is 72.15%. The male literacy rate is 85.71%, while the female literacy rate is 56.76%.