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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kolani
According to the 2011 Census, Kolani village had a total population of 371 people, including 151 males and 220 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 1,457 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.29%, with male literacy at 91.13% and female literacy at 68.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53.
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 | 371 | 151 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 18 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 371, including 151 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Kolani?
Kolani had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kolani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolani was 77.29%. Male literacy was 91.13% and female literacy was 68.39%.