Kanikhola - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Kanikhola is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Patal Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanikhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanikhola is 051984. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.95 hectares and falls under the 263656 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Kanikhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanikhola
According to the 2011 Census, Kanikhola village had a total population of 159 people, including 66 males and 93 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,409 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.10%, with male literacy at 98.28% and female literacy at 72.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 59.
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 | 159 | 66 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 23 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 57 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 9 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Kanikhola
Kanikhola 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 Kanikhola
Kanikhola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kanikhola is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kanikhola is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanikhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanikhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kanikhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanikhola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kanikhola
Where is Kanikhola located?
Kanikhola village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanikhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanikhola is Patal Gaon.
What is the pincode of Kanikhola?
The pincode of Kanikhola is 263656.
What is the population of Kanikhola?
Kanikhola had a total population of 159, including 66 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Kanikhola?
Kanikhola had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanikhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanikhola was 83.10%. Male literacy was 98.28% and female literacy was 72.62%.