Khakoli - Someshwar, Almora
Khakoli is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kheera Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khakoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khakoli is 053274. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.91 hectares and falls under the 263629 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Khakoli 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 Khakoli
According to the 2011 Census, Khakoli village had a total population of 97 people, including 41 males and 56 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,366 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.95%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 86.00%.
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 | 97 | 41 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 37 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 4 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Khakoli
Khakoli 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 Khakoli
Public transport in the Khakoli 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 Almora to Khakoli is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khakoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khakoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khakoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khakoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khakoli
Where is Khakoli located?
Khakoli village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khakoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Khakoli is Kheera Kot.
What is the pincode of Khakoli?
The pincode of Khakoli is 263629.
What is the population of Khakoli?
Khakoli had a total population of 97, including 41 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Khakoli?
Khakoli had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khakoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khakoli was 91.95%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 86.00%.