Kala Agar - Okhalkanda, Nainital
Kala Agar is a village situated in the Okhalkanda tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 60 km from Dhari and around 100 km from Nainital. Kalaagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kala Agar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kala Agar is 055052. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.8 hectares and falls under the 263157 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
Kala Agar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nainital Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kala Agar
According to the 2011 Census, Kala Agar village had a total population of 927 people, including 482 males and 445 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.23%, with male literacy at 92.25% and female literacy at 60.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 141.
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 | 927 | 482 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 108 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 75 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 345 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 137 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Kala Agar
Kala Agar 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 Kala Agar
Kala Agar 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 >10 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 Bhimtal to Kala Agar is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Kala Agar 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 Kala Agar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kala Agar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kala Agar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kala Agar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kala Agar
Where is Kala Agar located?
Kala Agar village is located in Okhalkanda Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kala Agar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kala Agar is Kalaagar.
What is the pincode of Kala Agar?
The pincode of Kala Agar is 263157.
What is the population of Kala Agar?
Kala Agar had a total population of 927, including 482 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Kala Agar?
Kala Agar had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kala Agar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kala Agar was 77.23%. Male literacy was 92.25% and female literacy was 60.82%.