Veldachota - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Veldachota is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Kotdwara and around 86 km from Pauri. Bhelda Bara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veldachota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veldachota is 048440. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.58 hectares and falls under the 246124 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Veldachota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Veldachota
As per Census 2011, Veldachota village has a total population of 133 people, consisting of 70 males and 63 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 102 literate and 31 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veldachota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 133 | 70 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 62 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 8 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Veldachota
Veldachota 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 Veldachota
Public transport in the Veldachota is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Veldachota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kotdwara to Veldachota is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Veldachota is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veldachota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veldachota 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 Veldachota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veldachota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Veldachota
Where is Veldachota located?
Veldachota village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veldachota?
The Gram Panchayat of Veldachota is Bhelda Bara.
What is the pincode of Veldachota?
The pincode of Veldachota is 246124.
What is the population of Veldachota?
Veldachota has a total population of 133, including 70 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Veldachota?
There are 30 households in Veldachota.
What is the literacy rate in Veldachota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veldachota is 76.69%. Male literacy is 88.57% and female literacy is 63.49%.