Kolson
Kolson is a village located in Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Karnaprayag (tehsildar office) and 59km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Kolson village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kolson unique in its vibrant Karnaprayag-Chamoli region. You’ll see Kolson’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kolson
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolson is 041474. The village spans a total geographical area of 165.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246446. Karnaprayag is nearest town to Kolson village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Kolson
Population of Kolson
According to the 2011 Census, Kolson has a total population of about 361, with approximately 171 males and 190 females. The sex ratio is around 1111 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 52 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 51 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.75%, with male literacy at about 79.53% and female literacy near 64.74%. There are around 69 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kolson's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 361 | 171 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 32 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 259 | 136 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 35 | 67 |
Connectivity of Kolson
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolson. As per the 2011 stats, Kolson had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kolson
Knowing the nearby villages of Kolson helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kolson.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kolson
- Where is Kolson located?
- Kolson village is situated in Karnaprayag Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kolson?
- Kolson serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kolson?
- The pincode of Kolson is 246446, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kolson as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolson is 361, with 171 males and 190 females.
- How many households are there in Kolson as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kolson village has a total of 69 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kolson as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolson is 71.75%. The male literacy rate is 79.53%, while the female literacy rate is 64.74%.