Molkhali Chak - Jakhani Dhar, Tehri Garhwal
Molkhali Chak is a village situated in the Jakhani Dhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from Jakhnidhar and around 52 km from New Tehri. Ratoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Molkhali Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Molkhali Chak is 043666. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.09 hectares and falls under the 249123 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Molkhali Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Molkhali Chak
As per Census 2011, Molkhali Chak village has a total population of 92 people, consisting of 46 males and 46 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 62 literate and 30 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Molkhali Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 14 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Molkhali Chak
Molkhali Chak 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 Molkhali Chak
Public transport in the Molkhali Chak is mainly available through bus 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 Tehri to Molkhali Chak is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Molkhali Chak is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Molkhali Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Molkhali Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Molkhali Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Molkhali Chak 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Molkhali Chak
Where is Molkhali Chak located?
Molkhali Chak village is located in Jakhani Dhar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Molkhali Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Molkhali Chak is Ratoli.
What is the pincode of Molkhali Chak?
The pincode of Molkhali Chak is 249123.
What is the population of Molkhali Chak?
Molkhali Chak has a total population of 92, including 46 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Molkhali Chak?
There are 20 households in Molkhali Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Molkhali Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Molkhali Chak is 67.39%. Male literacy is 69.57% and female literacy is 65.22%.