Molda - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Molda is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Molda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Molda is 040373. The village covers a total geographical area of 253.39 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Molda 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 Molda
As per Census 2011, Molda village has a total population of 497 people, consisting of 242 males and 255 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 308 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 173 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Molda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 497 | 242 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 32 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 83 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 187 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 55 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Molda
Molda 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 Molda
Public transport in the Molda is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Barkot to Molda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Molda is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Molda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Molda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Molda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Molda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Molda
Where is Molda located?
Molda village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Molda?
Molda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Molda?
The pincode of Molda is 249141.
What is the population of Molda?
Molda has a total population of 497, including 242 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Molda?
There are 91 households in Molda.
What is the literacy rate in Molda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Molda is 61.97%. Male literacy is 77.27% and female literacy is 47.45%.