Kolgaon - Madannegi, Tehri Garhwal
Kolgaon is a village situated in the Madannegi tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 41 km from Pratapnagar and around 61 km from New Tehri. Chaund Dharmandal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolgaon is 043574. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.81 hectares and falls under the 249127 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Kolgaon 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 Kolgaon
As per Census 2011, Kolgaon village has a total population of 125 people, consisting of 57 males and 68 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,192 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 88 literate and 37 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 125 | 57 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 51 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 6 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Kolgaon
Kolgaon 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 Kolgaon
Kolgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tehri to Kolgaon is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kolgaon is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kolgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kolgaon
Where is Kolgaon located?
Kolgaon village is located in Madannegi Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolgaon is Chaund Dharmandal.
What is the pincode of Kolgaon?
The pincode of Kolgaon is 249127.
What is the population of Kolgaon?
Kolgaon has a total population of 125, including 57 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Kolgaon?
There are 28 households in Kolgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kolgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolgaon is 70.40%. Male literacy is 89.47% and female literacy is 54.41%.