Kholagaon - Kanda, Bageshwar
Kholagaon is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Rikhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kholagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kholagaon is 050765. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.38 hectares and falls under the 263641 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Kholagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kholagaon
As per Census 2011, Kholagaon village has a total population of 129 people, consisting of 62 males and 67 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 1,080 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 83 literate and 46 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kholagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 129 | 62 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 17 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 18 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Kholagaon
Kholagaon 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 Kholagaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kholagaon.
| 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 Kholagaon is about 37 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 Kholagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kholagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kholagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kholagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kholagaon
Where is Kholagaon located?
Kholagaon village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kholagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kholagaon is Rikhari.
What is the pincode of Kholagaon?
The pincode of Kholagaon is 263641.
What is the population of Kholagaon?
Kholagaon has a total population of 129, including 62 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Kholagaon?
There are 33 households in Kholagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kholagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kholagaon is 64.34%. Male literacy is 70.97% and female literacy is 58.21%.