Tipola - Ranikhet, Almora
Tipola is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Tipola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tipola is 052486. The village covers a total geographical area of 271.55 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Tipola 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tipola
According to the 2011 Census, Tipola village had a total population of 410 people, including 173 males and 237 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 1,370 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.74%, with male literacy at 96.18% and female literacy at 67.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89.
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 | 410 | 173 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 42 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 126 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 47 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Tipola
Tipola 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 Tipola
Tipola 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Tipola is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Tipola is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tipola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tipola 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 Tipola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tipola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tipola
Where is Tipola located?
Tipola village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tipola?
Tipola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tipola?
The pincode of Tipola is 263645.
What is the population of Tipola?
Tipola had a total population of 410, including 173 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Tipola?
Tipola had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tipola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tipola was 78.74%. Male literacy was 96.18% and female literacy was 67.49%.