Kachhiyola - Bhanoli, Almora
Kachhiyola is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kachhiyola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachhiyola is 053605. The village covers a total geographical area of 258.32 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Kachhiyola 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 Kachhiyola
According to the 2011 Census, Kachhiyola village had a total population of 233 people, including 97 males and 136 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,402 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.33%, with male literacy at 78.21% and female literacy at 58.47%.
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 | 233 | 97 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 61 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 36 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Kachhiyola
Kachhiyola 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 Kachhiyola
Public transport in the Kachhiyola is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Kachhiyola is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kachhiyola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachhiyola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kachhiyola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kachhiyola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kachhiyola
Where is Kachhiyola located?
Kachhiyola village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kachhiyola?
Kachhiyola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kachhiyola?
The pincode of Kachhiyola is 263622.
What is the population of Kachhiyola?
Kachhiyola had a total population of 233, including 97 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Kachhiyola?
Kachhiyola had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kachhiyola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachhiyola was 66.33%. Male literacy was 78.21% and female literacy was 58.47%.