Kolgaon
Kolgaon is a village located in Pratapnagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 41km away from sub-district headquarter Pratapnagar (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Chaund Dharmandal is the gram panchayat of Kolgaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Kolgaon unique in its vibrant Pratapnagar-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Kolgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kolgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolgaon is 043574. The village spans a total geographical area of 115.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249001. Tehri is nearest town to Kolgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 61km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kolgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pratapnagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kolgaon
Population of Kolgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kolgaon has a total population of about 125, with approximately 57 males and 68 females. The sex ratio is around 1192 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 8 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.40%, with male literacy at about 89.47% and female literacy near 54.41%. There are around 28 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kolgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 125 | 57 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 88 | 51 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 6 | 31 |
Connectivity of Kolgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kolgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kolgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kolgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kolgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kolgaon
- Where is Kolgaon located?
- Kolgaon village is situated in Pratapnagar Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kolgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kolgaon is Chaund Dharmandal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kolgaon?
- The pincode of Kolgaon is 249001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kolgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolgaon is 125, with 57 males and 68 females.
- How many households are there in Kolgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kolgaon village has a total of 28 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kolgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolgaon is 70.40%. The male literacy rate is 89.47%, while the female literacy rate is 54.41%.