Molkat - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Molkat is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Pujeli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Molkat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Molkat is 040141. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.49 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Molkat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Molkat
According to the 2011 Census, Molkat village had a total population of 24 people, including 12 males and 12 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.30%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 81.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 0 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Molkat
Molkat 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 Molkat
Molkat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Barkot to Molkat is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Molkat is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Molkat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Molkat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Molkat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Molkat 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Molkat
Where is Molkat located?
Molkat village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Molkat?
The Gram Panchayat of Molkat is Pujeli.
What is the pincode of Molkat?
The pincode of Molkat is 249185.
What is the population of Molkat?
Molkat had a total population of 24, including 12 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Molkat?
Molkat had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Molkat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Molkat was 91.30%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 81.82%.