Mujholi - Ranikhet, Almora
Mujholi 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 44 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Mujholi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mujholi is 052285. The village covers a total geographical area of 382.66 hectares and falls under the 263652 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Mujholi 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 Mujholi
As per Census 2011, Mujholi village has a total population of 984 people, consisting of 447 males and 537 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 1,201 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 711 literate and 273 illiterate residents. Additionally, 479 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mujholi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 984 | 447 | 537 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 76 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 479 | 227 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 711 | 355 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 92 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Mujholi
Mujholi 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 Mujholi
Mujholi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Mujholi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Mujholi is about 44 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 Mujholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mujholi 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mujholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mujholi 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 Mujholi
Where is Mujholi located?
Mujholi village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mujholi?
Mujholi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mujholi?
The pincode of Mujholi is 263652.
What is the population of Mujholi?
Mujholi has a total population of 984, including 447 males and 537 females.
How many households are there in Mujholi?
There are 212 households in Mujholi.
What is the literacy rate in Mujholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mujholi is 72.26%. Male literacy is 79.42% and female literacy is 66.29%.