Kolani - Gairsain, Chamoli
Kolani is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kolani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolani is 042042. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.4 hectares and falls under the 246486 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Kolani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kolani
As per Census 2011, Kolani village has a total population of 371 people, consisting of 151 males and 220 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 1,456 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 245 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 371 | 151 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 18 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 113 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 38 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Kolani
Kolani 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 Kolani
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kolani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Kolani is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Kolani is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolani 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kolani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kolani
Where is Kolani located?
Kolani village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolani?
Kolani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolani?
The pincode of Kolani is 246486.
What is the population of Kolani?
Kolani has a total population of 371, including 151 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Kolani?
There are 80 households in Kolani.
What is the literacy rate in Kolani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolani is 66.04%. Male literacy is 74.83% and female literacy is 60.00%.