Thirola - Bhanoli, Almora
Thirola is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Malar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thirola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thirola is 053612. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.78 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Thirola 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 Thirola
According to the 2011 Census, Thirola village had a total population of 40 people, including 18 males and 22 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,222 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.38%, with male literacy at 78.57% and female literacy at 44.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 7 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Thirola
Thirola 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 Thirola
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Thirola.
| 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 Thirola is about 73 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 Thirola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thirola 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thirola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thirola 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 Thirola
Where is Thirola located?
Thirola village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thirola?
The Gram Panchayat of Thirola is Malar.
What is the pincode of Thirola?
The pincode of Thirola is 263622.
What is the population of Thirola?
Thirola had a total population of 40, including 18 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Thirola?
Thirola had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thirola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thirola was 59.38%. Male literacy was 78.57% and female literacy was 44.44%.