Kumkhola - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Kumkhola is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Reeta Chaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kumkhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumkhola is 051958. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.03 hectares and falls under the 263656 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kumkhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kumkhola
According to the 2011 Census, Kumkhola village had a total population of 63 people, including 30 males and 33 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.91%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 83.87%.
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 | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 6 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Kumkhola
Kumkhola 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 Kumkhola
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kumkhola.
| 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 Ranikhet to Kumkhola is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kumkhola is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kumkhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumkhola 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kumkhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumkhola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kumkhola
Where is Kumkhola located?
Kumkhola village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kumkhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Kumkhola is Reeta Chaura.
What is the pincode of Kumkhola?
The pincode of Kumkhola is 263656.
What is the population of Kumkhola?
Kumkhola had a total population of 63, including 30 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Kumkhola?
Kumkhola had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kumkhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumkhola was 90.91%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 83.87%.