Molta - Joshimath, Chamoli
Molta is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Molta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Molta is 040850. The village covers a total geographical area of 380.62 hectares and falls under the 246472 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Molta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Molta
According to the 2011 Census, Molta village had a total population of 442 people, including 222 males and 220 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.66%, with male literacy at 90.37% and female literacy at 65.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 442 | 222 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 169 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 53 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Molta
Molta 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 Molta
Molta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Joshimath to Molta is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Molta is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Molta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Molta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Molta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Molta 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Molta
Where is Molta located?
Molta village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Molta?
Molta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Molta?
The pincode of Molta is 246472.
What is the population of Molta?
Molta had a total population of 442, including 222 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Molta?
Molta had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Molta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Molta was 77.66%. Male literacy was 90.37% and female literacy was 65.08%.