Kola - Bhanoli, Almora
Kola is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kola is 053594. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.44 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Kola 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 Kola
As per Census 2011, Kola village has a total population of 249 people, consisting of 112 males and 137 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,223 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 176 literate and 73 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 249 | 112 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 90 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 22 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Kola
Kola 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 Kola
Kola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Kola is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kola 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 Kola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kola
Where is Kola located?
Kola village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kola?
Kola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kola?
The pincode of Kola is 263622.
What is the population of Kola?
Kola has a total population of 249, including 112 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Kola?
There are 47 households in Kola.
What is the literacy rate in Kola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kola is 70.68%. Male literacy is 80.36% and female literacy is 62.77%.