Kucholi - Kanda, Bageshwar
Kucholi is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Kucholi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kucholi is 050757. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.56 hectares and falls under the 263619 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kucholi 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 Kucholi
As per Census 2011, Kucholi village has a total population of 136 people, consisting of 57 males and 79 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,385 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 83 literate and 53 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kucholi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 136 | 57 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 52 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 37 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 20 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Kucholi
Kucholi 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 Kucholi
Kucholi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Kucholi is about 40 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 Kucholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kucholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kucholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kucholi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kucholi
Where is Kucholi located?
Kucholi village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kucholi?
Kucholi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kucholi?
The pincode of Kucholi is 263619.
What is the population of Kucholi?
Kucholi has a total population of 136, including 57 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Kucholi?
There are 29 households in Kucholi.
What is the literacy rate in Kucholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kucholi is 61.03%. Male literacy is 64.91% and female literacy is 58.23%.