Birkola - Dhyari, Almora
Birkola is a village situated in the Dhyari tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from Bhanoli and around 73 km from Almora. Birkola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birkola is 053732. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.98 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Birkola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Birkola
According to the 2011 Census, Birkola village had a total population of 319 people, including 126 males and 193 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,532 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.84%, with male literacy at 95.33% and female literacy at 70.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 319 | 126 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 19 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 102 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 24 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Birkola
Birkola 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 Birkola
Birkola 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 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 Birkola 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 Birkola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birkola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Birkola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birkola 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 Birkola
Where is Birkola located?
Birkola village is located in Dhyari Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birkola?
Birkola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Birkola?
The pincode of Birkola is 263622.
What is the population of Birkola?
Birkola had a total population of 319, including 126 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Birkola?
Birkola had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birkola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birkola was 80.84%. Male literacy was 95.33% and female literacy was 70.78%.