Kholagaon
Kholagaon is a village located in Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kanda (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Rikhari is the gram panchayat of Kholagaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Kholagaon unique in its vibrant Kanda-Bageshwar region. You’ll see Kholagaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kholagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kholagaon is 050765. The village spans a total geographical area of 38.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263631. Bageshwar is nearest town to Kholagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kholagaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kholagaon
Population of Kholagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kholagaon has a total population of about 129, with approximately 62 males and 67 females. The sex ratio is around 1080 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 23 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 50 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.34%, with male literacy at about 70.97% and female literacy near 58.21%. There are around 33 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kholagaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 129 | 62 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 17 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 18 | 28 |
Connectivity of Kholagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kholagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kholagaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kholagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kholagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kholagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kholagaon
- Where is Kholagaon located?
- Kholagaon village is situated in Kanda Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kholagaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kholagaon is Rikhari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kholagaon?
- The pincode of Kholagaon is 263631, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kholagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kholagaon is 129, with 62 males and 67 females.
- How many households are there in Kholagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kholagaon village has a total of 33 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kholagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kholagaon is 64.34%. The male literacy rate is 70.97%, while the female literacy rate is 58.21%.