Khanoliya - Bhikiasain, Almora
Khanoliya is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from Bhikiyasain and around 128 km from Almora. Khanoliya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanoliya is 051670. The village covers a total geographical area of 245.27 hectares and falls under the 263667 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Khanoliya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanoliya
According to the 2011 Census, Khanoliya village had a total population of 199 people, including 91 males and 108 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,187 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.14%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 63.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62.
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 | 199 | 91 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 27 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 70 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 21 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Khanoliya
Khanoliya 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 Khanoliya
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khanoliya.
| 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 Ranikhet to Khanoliya is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Khanoliya is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanoliya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanoliya 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 Khanoliya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanoliya 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 Khanoliya
Where is Khanoliya located?
Khanoliya village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanoliya?
Khanoliya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khanoliya?
The pincode of Khanoliya is 263667.
What is the population of Khanoliya?
Khanoliya had a total population of 199, including 91 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Khanoliya?
Khanoliya had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanoliya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanoliya was 75.14%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 63.00%.