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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Harkhola village had a total population of 57 people, including 29 males and 28 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.46%, with male literacy at 96.15% and female literacy at 80.77%.
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 | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 57, including 29 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Harkhola?
Harkhola had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harkhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harkhola was 88.46%. Male literacy was 96.15% and female literacy was 80.77%.