Kaltir - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Kaltir is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Chahaj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaltir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaltir is 050144. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.62 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Kaltir 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaltir
According to the 2011 Census, Kaltir village had a total population of 28 people, including 12 males and 16 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.17%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 71.43%.
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 | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 3 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Kaltir
Kaltir 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 Kaltir
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kaltir.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Kaltir is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaltir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaltir village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kaltir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaltir 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 Kaltir
Where is Kaltir located?
Kaltir village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kaltir?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaltir is Chahaj.
What is the pincode of Kaltir?
The pincode of Kaltir is 262522.
What is the population of Kaltir?
Kaltir had a total population of 28, including 12 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Kaltir?
Kaltir had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaltir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaltir was 79.17%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 71.43%.