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
According to the 2011 Census, Khola village had a total population of 1,180 people, including 564 males and 616 females, living in 244 households. The sex ratio was 1,092 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.22%, with male literacy at 90.72% and female literacy at 64.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 475.
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 | 1,180 | 564 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 79 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 475 | 244 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,180, including 564 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Khola?
Khola had 244 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khola was 77.22%. Male literacy was 90.72% and female literacy was 64.84%.