Harkhola - Kafligair, Bageshwar
Harkhola is a village situated in the Kafligair tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Bageshwar and around 35 km from Bageshwar. Karasmafi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harkhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harkhola is 051173. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.79 hectares and falls under the 263630 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Harkhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harkhola
As per Census 2011, Harkhola village has a total population of 57 people, consisting of 29 males and 28 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 46 literate and 11 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harkhola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 4 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Harkhola
Harkhola 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 Harkhola
Public transport in the Harkhola 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 Bageshwar to Harkhola is about 35 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 Harkhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harkhola 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 Harkhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harkhola 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Harkhola
Where is Harkhola located?
Harkhola village is located in Kafligair Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harkhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Harkhola is Karasmafi.
What is the pincode of Harkhola?
The pincode of Harkhola is 263630.
What is the population of Harkhola?
Harkhola has a total population of 57, including 29 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Harkhola?
There are 14 households in Harkhola.
What is the literacy rate in Harkhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harkhola is 80.70%. Male literacy is 86.21% and female literacy is 75.00%.