Kole - Bhanoli, Almora
Kole is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kole village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kole is 053708. The village covers a total geographical area of 265.41 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kole village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Kole
According to the 2011 Census, Kole village had a total population of 367 people, including 176 males and 191 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.54%, with male literacy at 88.08% and female literacy at 62.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 125.
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 | 367 | 176 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 60 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 133 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 43 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Kole
Kole 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 Kole
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kole.
| 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 Kole is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kole
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kole village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kole
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kole 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 Kole
Where is Kole located?
Kole village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kole?
The Gram Panchayat of Kole is Kol.
What is the pincode of Kole?
The pincode of Kole is 263623.
What is the population of Kole?
Kole had a total population of 367, including 176 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Kole?
Kole had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kole?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kole was 74.54%. Male literacy was 88.08% and female literacy was 62.86%.