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 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 Fara Kholi
As per Census 2011, Fara Kholi village has a total population of 251 people, consisting of 110 males and 141 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,281 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 165 literate and 86 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Fara Kholi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 251 | 110 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| 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 has a total population of 251, including 110 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Fara Kholi?
There are 56 households in Fara Kholi.
What is the literacy rate in Fara Kholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fara Kholi is 65.74%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 54.61%.