Rolkhet - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Rolkhet is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Tikuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rolkhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rolkhet is 054585. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.82 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Rolkhet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Rolkhet
According to the 2011 Census, Rolkhet village had a total population of 59 people, including 28 males and 31 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,107 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.54%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 74.07%.
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 | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 3 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Rolkhet
Rolkhet 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 Rolkhet
Rolkhet is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Almora to Rolkhet is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Rolkhet is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rolkhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rolkhet 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rolkhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rolkhet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rolkhet
Where is Rolkhet located?
Rolkhet village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rolkhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Rolkhet is Tikuri.
What is the pincode of Rolkhet?
The pincode of Rolkhet is 263135.
What is the population of Rolkhet?
Rolkhet had a total population of 59, including 28 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Rolkhet?
Rolkhet had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rolkhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rolkhet was 86.54%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 74.07%.