Moltha - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Moltha is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 90 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Molta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Moltha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moltha is 042945. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.46 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Moltha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pratapnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moltha
As per Census 2011, Moltha village has a total population of 337 people, consisting of 160 males and 177 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 1,106 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 212 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moltha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 337 | 160 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 122 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 38 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Moltha
Moltha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sunaildi | South | 0.92 km |
| Gahar | South | 1.06 km |
| Syuri | North | 1.14 km |
| Chaundana | East | 1.48 km |
| Churerna | South | 2.17 km |
| Lasi | South-East | 2.33 km |
| That | South-East | 2.85 km |
| Kothaga | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Musankiri | South | 3.07 km |
| Nanuwa | South | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Moltha
Moltha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.3 km.
| 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 Tehri to Moltha is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Moltha is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Moltha
Where is Moltha located?
Moltha village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moltha?
The Gram Panchayat of Moltha is Molta.
What is the pincode of Moltha?
The pincode of Moltha is 249155.
What is the population of Moltha?
Moltha has a total population of 337, including 160 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Moltha?
There are 69 households in Moltha.
What is the literacy rate in Moltha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moltha is 62.91%. Male literacy is 76.25% and female literacy is 50.85%.