Khola - Bhanoli, Almora
Khola is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Khola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khola is 053542. The village covers a total geographical area of 250 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Khola 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 Khola
As per Census 2011, Khola village has a total population of 1,180 people, consisting of 564 males and 616 females. The village has 244 households and a sex ratio of 1,092 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 783 literate and 397 illiterate residents. Additionally, 475 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,180 | 564 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 79 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 475 | 244 | 231 |
| Literate Population | 783 | 440 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 124 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Khola
Khola 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 Khola
Public transport in the Khola is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Khola is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khola
Where is Khola located?
Khola village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khola?
Khola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khola?
The pincode of Khola is 263623.
What is the population of Khola?
Khola has a total population of 1,180, including 564 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Khola?
There are 244 households in Khola.
What is the literacy rate in Khola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khola is 66.36%. Male literacy is 78.01% and female literacy is 55.68%.