Airoli - Ranikhet, Almora
Airoli is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Aroli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Airoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Airoli is 052422. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.08 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Airoli 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Airoli
According to the 2011 Census, Airoli village had a total population of 1,084 people, including 536 males and 548 females, living in 199 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.86%, with male literacy at 95.95% and female literacy at 78.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 418, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 1,084 | 536 | 548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 67 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 418 | 217 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 826 | 450 | 376 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 86 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Airoli
Airoli 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 Airoli
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Airoli.
| 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 Airoli is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Airoli is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Airoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Airoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Airoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Airoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Airoli
Where is Airoli located?
Airoli village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Airoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Airoli is Aroli.
What is the pincode of Airoli?
The pincode of Airoli is 263645.
What is the population of Airoli?
Airoli had a total population of 1,084, including 536 males and 548 females.
How many households are there in Airoli?
Airoli had 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Airoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Airoli was 86.86%. Male literacy was 95.95% and female literacy was 78.01%.