Kholiya Baj - Dwarahat, Almora
Kholiya Baj is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Ratkhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kholiya Baj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kholiya Baj is 052645. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.2 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kholiya Baj 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 Kholiya Baj
According to the 2011 Census, Kholiya Baj village had a total population of 156 people, including 86 males and 70 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 814 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.82%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 71.88%. 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 | 156 | 86 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 68 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 18 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Kholiya Baj
Kholiya Baj 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 Kholiya Baj
Public transport in the Kholiya Baj is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kholiya Baj is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kholiya Baj is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kholiya Baj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kholiya Baj 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kholiya Baj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kholiya Baj 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 Kholiya Baj
Where is Kholiya Baj located?
Kholiya Baj village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kholiya Baj?
The Gram Panchayat of Kholiya Baj is Ratkhal.
What is the pincode of Kholiya Baj?
The pincode of Kholiya Baj is 263653.
What is the population of Kholiya Baj?
Kholiya Baj had a total population of 156, including 86 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Kholiya Baj?
Kholiya Baj had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kholiya Baj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kholiya Baj was 83.82%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 71.88%.