Chimkholi - Bhanoli, Almora
Chimkholi is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Mayoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chimkholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chimkholi is 053611. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.78 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Chimkholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chimkholi
As per Census 2011, Chimkholi village has a total population of 115 people, consisting of 43 males and 72 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,674 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 59 literate and 56 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chimkholi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 115 | 43 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 14 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Chimkholi
Chimkholi 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 Chimkholi
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Chimkholi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Chimkholi is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chimkholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chimkholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chimkholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chimkholi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chimkholi
Where is Chimkholi located?
Chimkholi village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chimkholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chimkholi is Mayoli.
What is the pincode of Chimkholi?
The pincode of Chimkholi is 263622.
What is the population of Chimkholi?
Chimkholi has a total population of 115, including 43 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Chimkholi?
There are 28 households in Chimkholi.
What is the literacy rate in Chimkholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chimkholi is 51.30%. Male literacy is 67.44% and female literacy is 41.67%.