Koli Gaon - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Koli Gaon is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from Kotdwara and around 103 km from Pauri. Koligaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koli Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koli Gaon is 048455. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.16 hectares and falls under the 246127 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Koli Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotdwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koli Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Koli Gaon village had a total population of 169 people, including 85 males and 84 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.12%, with male literacy at 95.89% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68.
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 | 169 | 85 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 70 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 15 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Koli Gaon
Koli Gaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chanda Walla | North | 0.80 km |
| Purankot | South | 0.89 km |
| Chanda Palla | North | 1.31 km |
| Badol Gaon | West | 1.67 km |
| Boir Gaon | South | 1.73 km |
| Umalda | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Dalkhil Maliya | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Jugri Sain | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Bijnoor | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Gyanpur | South-East | 2.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koli Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Koli Gaon. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.7 km.
| 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 Dogadda to Koli Gaon is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Koli Gaon is about 103 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 Koli Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koli Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Koli Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koli Gaon 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 Koli Gaon
Where is Koli Gaon located?
Koli Gaon village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koli Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Koli Gaon is Koligaon.
What is the pincode of Koli Gaon?
The pincode of Koli Gaon is 246127.
What is the population of Koli Gaon?
Koli Gaon had a total population of 169, including 85 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Koli Gaon?
Koli Gaon had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koli Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koli Gaon was 77.12%. Male literacy was 95.89% and female literacy was 60.00%.