Okhina - Ranikhet, Almora
Okhina is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Bedgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Okhina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Okhina is 052548. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.41 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Okhina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Okhina
According to the 2011 Census, Okhina village had a total population of 174 people, including 86 males and 88 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.15%, with male literacy at 97.30% and female literacy at 49.33%.
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 | 174 | 86 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 72 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 14 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Okhina
Okhina 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 Okhina
Okhina 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 Almora to Okhina is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Okhina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Okhina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Okhina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Okhina village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Okhina
Where is Okhina located?
Okhina village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Okhina?
The Gram Panchayat of Okhina is Bedgaon.
What is the pincode of Okhina?
The pincode of Okhina is 263645.
What is the population of Okhina?
Okhina had a total population of 174, including 86 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Okhina?
Okhina had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Okhina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Okhina was 73.15%. Male literacy was 97.30% and female literacy was 49.33%.