Kaltani - Lamgada, Almora
Kaltani is a village situated in the Lamgada tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from Almora and around 32 km from Almora. Kaltani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaltani is 053200. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.28 hectares and falls under the 263625 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kaltani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaltani
According to the 2011 Census, Kaltani village had a total population of 241 people, including 123 males and 118 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.37%, with male literacy at 85.15% and female literacy at 61.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 127.
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 | 241 | 123 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 66 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 86 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 37 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Kaltani
Kaltani 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 Kaltani
Public transport in the Kaltani is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Kaltani is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaltani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaltani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kaltani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaltani 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kaltani
Where is Kaltani located?
Kaltani village is located in Lamgada Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kaltani?
Kaltani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kaltani?
The pincode of Kaltani is 263625.
What is the population of Kaltani?
Kaltani had a total population of 241, including 123 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Kaltani?
Kaltani had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaltani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaltani was 73.37%. Male literacy was 85.15% and female literacy was 61.22%.