Cool - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Cool is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Kool serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cool village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cool is 054561. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.35 hectares and falls under the 263138 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Cool village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Cool
As per Census 2011, Cool village has a total population of 618 people, consisting of 327 males and 291 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 462 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 392 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cool are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 618 | 327 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 392 | 211 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 462 | 271 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 56 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Cool
Cool 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 Cool
Cool 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Cool is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Cool is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cool
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cool village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Cool
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cool village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Cool
Where is Cool located?
Cool village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cool?
The Gram Panchayat of Cool is Kool.
What is the pincode of Cool?
The pincode of Cool is 263138.
What is the population of Cool?
Cool has a total population of 618, including 327 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Cool?
There are 107 households in Cool.
What is the literacy rate in Cool?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cool is 74.76%. Male literacy is 82.87% and female literacy is 65.64%.