Moltha - Rudraprayag
Moltha is a village situated in the Rudraprayag tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Rudraprayag, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Nawasu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Moltha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moltha is 042359. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.37 hectares and falls under the 246171 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Moltha 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 Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moltha
According to the 2011 Census, Moltha village had a total population of 41 people, including 19 males and 22 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,158 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.43%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 90.00%.
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 | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Moltha
Moltha 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 Moltha
Moltha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Moltha is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moltha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moltha 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 Moltha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moltha 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 Moltha
Where is Moltha located?
Moltha village is located in Rudraprayag Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Moltha?
The Gram Panchayat of Moltha is Nawasu.
What is the pincode of Moltha?
The pincode of Moltha is 246171.
What is the population of Moltha?
Moltha had a total population of 41, including 19 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Moltha?
Moltha had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moltha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moltha was 91.43%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 90.00%.