Ashgoli - Dwarahat, Almora
Ashgoli is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Ashgoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashgoli is 052749. The village covers a total geographical area of 659.85 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Ashgoli 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 Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ashgoli
According to the 2011 Census, Ashgoli village had a total population of 1,059 people, including 484 males and 575 females, living in 234 households. The sex ratio was 1,188 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.76%, with male literacy at 94.03% and female literacy at 58.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 369.
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 | 1,059 | 484 | 575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 65 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 369 | 204 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 696 | 394 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 90 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Ashgoli
Ashgoli 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 Ashgoli
Public transport in the Ashgoli is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dwarahat to Ashgoli is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Ashgoli is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ashgoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashgoli 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ashgoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashgoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ashgoli
Where is Ashgoli located?
Ashgoli village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ashgoli?
Ashgoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ashgoli?
The pincode of Ashgoli is 263653.
What is the population of Ashgoli?
Ashgoli had a total population of 1,059, including 484 males and 575 females.
How many households are there in Ashgoli?
Ashgoli had 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ashgoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashgoli was 74.76%. Male literacy was 94.03% and female literacy was 58.98%.