Panch Khola - Ranikhet, Almora
Panch Khola is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chamdoli Bgoti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panch Khola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panch Khola is 052344. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.85 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Panch Khola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Panch Khola
According to the 2011 Census, Panch Khola village had a total population of 6 people, including 3 males and 3 females, living in 1 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Panch Khola
Panch Khola 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 Panch Khola
Public transport in the Panch Khola is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Panch Khola is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Panch Khola is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panch Khola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panch Khola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Panch Khola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panch Khola 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 Panch Khola
Where is Panch Khola located?
Panch Khola village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panch Khola?
The Gram Panchayat of Panch Khola is Chamdoli Bgoti.
What is the pincode of Panch Khola?
The pincode of Panch Khola is 263645.
What is the population of Panch Khola?
Panch Khola had a total population of 6, including 3 males and 3 females.
How many households are there in Panch Khola?
Panch Khola had 1 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panch Khola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panch Khola was 75.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 66.67%.