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.
Kholta has its own place in the vibrant Koch Bihar 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Kholta 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kholta village:
- The total population of Kholta village is around 14,110, including approximately 7,316 males and 6,794 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,587 children aged 0–6 years in Kholta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kholta village has 6,761 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 212 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kholta village is about 72.81%, with male literacy at 77.43% and female literacy at 67.84%.
- There are around 3,311 households in Kholta village.
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%.