Khudoli - Ranikhet, Almora
Khudoli is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Khudoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khudoli is 052405. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.54 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khudoli 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khudoli
According to the 2011 Census, Khudoli village had a total population of 357 people, including 174 males and 183 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.41%, with male literacy at 97.45% and female literacy at 74.42%.
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 | 357 | 174 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 153 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 21 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Khudoli
Khudoli 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 Khudoli
Khudoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Khudoli is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Khudoli is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khudoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khudoli 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 Khudoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khudoli 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khudoli
Where is Khudoli located?
Khudoli village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khudoli?
Khudoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khudoli?
The pincode of Khudoli is 263645.
What is the population of Khudoli?
Khudoli had a total population of 357, including 174 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Khudoli?
Khudoli had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khudoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khudoli was 85.41%. Male literacy was 97.45% and female literacy was 74.42%.