Koltha - Srinagar, Pauri Garhwal
Koltha is a village situated in the Srinagar tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from Srinagar and around 30 km from Pauri. Bhainskot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koltha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koltha is 045538. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.31 hectares and falls under the 246147 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Koltha 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 Srinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koltha
According to the 2011 Census, Koltha village had a total population of 155 people, including 69 males and 86 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,246 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.07%, with male literacy at 93.75% and female literacy at 72.84%.
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 | 155 | 69 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 60 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 9 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Koltha
Koltha 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 Koltha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Koltha.
| 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 Srinagar to Koltha is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Koltha is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koltha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koltha 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Koltha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koltha 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 Koltha
Where is Koltha located?
Koltha village is located in Srinagar Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Koltha?
The Gram Panchayat of Koltha is Bhainskot.
What is the pincode of Koltha?
The pincode of Koltha is 246147.
What is the population of Koltha?
Koltha had a total population of 155, including 69 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Koltha?
Koltha had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koltha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koltha was 82.07%. Male literacy was 93.75% and female literacy was 72.84%.