Kolta - Srinagar, Pauri Garhwal
Kolta is a village situated in the Srinagar tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from Srinagar and around 48 km from Pauri. Jaspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolta is 045408. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.9 hectares and falls under the 246147 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kolta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kolta
According to the 2011 Census, Kolta village had a total population of 140 people, including 52 males and 88 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,692 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.46%, with male literacy at 95.56% and female literacy at 76.83%.
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 | 140 | 52 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 43 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 9 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Kolta
Kolta 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 Kolta
Kolta 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srinagar to Kolta is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Kolta is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolta 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kolta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolta 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kolta
Where is Kolta located?
Kolta village is located in Srinagar Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kolta?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolta is Jaspur.
What is the pincode of Kolta?
The pincode of Kolta is 246147.
What is the population of Kolta?
Kolta had a total population of 140, including 52 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Kolta?
Kolta had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kolta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolta was 83.46%. Male literacy was 95.56% and female literacy was 76.83%.