Gudholi - Ranikhet, Almora
Gudholi is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Gudholi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gudholi is 052431. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.74 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Gudholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gudholi
As per Census 2011, Gudholi village has a total population of 229 people, consisting of 97 males and 132 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,360 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 160 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gudholi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 229 | 97 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 77 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 20 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Gudholi
Gudholi 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 Gudholi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gudholi.
| 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 Gudholi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Gudholi is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gudholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gudholi 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 Gudholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gudholi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gudholi
Where is Gudholi located?
Gudholi village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gudholi?
Gudholi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gudholi?
The pincode of Gudholi is 263645.
What is the population of Gudholi?
Gudholi has a total population of 229, including 97 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Gudholi?
There are 49 households in Gudholi.
What is the literacy rate in Gudholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gudholi is 69.87%. Male literacy is 79.38% and female literacy is 62.88%.