Fara Kholi - Bhanoli, Almora
Fara Kholi is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Farakholi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fara Kholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fara Kholi is 053630. The village covers a total geographical area of 169.16 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Fara Kholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Fara Kholi
According to the 2011 Census, Fara Kholi village had a total population of 251 people, including 110 males and 141 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,282 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.82%, with male literacy at 85.44% and female literacy at 59.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25.
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 | 251 | 110 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 88 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 22 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Fara Kholi
Fara Kholi 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 Fara Kholi
Public transport in the Fara Kholi is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Almora to Fara Kholi is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fara Kholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fara Kholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Fara Kholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fara Kholi 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 Fara Kholi
Where is Fara Kholi located?
Fara Kholi village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Fara Kholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Fara Kholi is Farakholi.
What is the pincode of Fara Kholi?
The pincode of Fara Kholi is 263622.
What is the population of Fara Kholi?
Fara Kholi had a total population of 251, including 110 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Fara Kholi?
Fara Kholi had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fara Kholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fara Kholi was 70.82%. Male literacy was 85.44% and female literacy was 59.23%.