Kholta
Kholta is a village located in Cooch Behar Ii subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 76.7km away from sub-district headquarter Pundibari (tehsildar office) and 19.1km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Marichbari Kholta is the gram panchayat of Kholta village.
Here you can discover what makes Kholta unique in its vibrant Cooch Behar Ii-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Kholta’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 Kholta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kholta is 308240. The village spans a total geographical area of 1344.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736121. Alipurduar is nearest town to Kholta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kholta
Population of Kholta
According to the 2011 Census, Kholta has a total population of about 14,110, with approximately 7,316 males and 6,794 females. The sex ratio is around 928 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,587 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6,761 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 212. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.81%, with male literacy at about 77.43% and female literacy near 67.84%. There are around 3,311 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kholta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,110 | 7,316 | 6,794 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,587 | 785 | 802 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6,761 | 3,491 | 3,270 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 212 | 120 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 10,274 | 5,665 | 4,609 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,836 | 1,651 | 2,185 |
Connectivity of Kholta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kholta. As per the 2011 stats, Kholta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kholta
Knowing the nearby villages of Kholta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kholta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kholta
- Where is Kholta located?
- Kholta village is situated in Cooch Behar Ii Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kholta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kholta is Marichbari Kholta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kholta?
- The pincode of Kholta is 736121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kholta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kholta is 14,110, with 7,316 males and 6,794 females.
- How many households are there in Kholta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kholta village has a total of 3,311 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kholta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kholta is 72.81%. The male literacy rate is 77.43%, while the female literacy rate is 67.84%.