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.
Kolgaon has its own place in the vibrant Tehri Garhwal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Kolgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kolgaon village:
- The total population of Kolgaon village is around 125, including approximately 57 males and 68 females, with a sex ratio of 1192 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 8 children aged 0–6 years in Kolgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Kolgaon village is about 70.40%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 54.41%.
- There are around 28 households in Kolgaon village.
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%.