Kharkana Toli - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Kharkana Toli is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Kharkkanatoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharkana Toli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharkana Toli is 050596. The village covers a total geographical area of 370.67 hectares and falls under the 263679 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kharkana Toli 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 Kharkana Toli
According to the 2011 Census, Kharkana Toli village had a total population of 779 people, including 348 males and 431 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 1,239 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.12%, with male literacy at 91.20% and female literacy at 70.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 779 | 348 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 64 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 523 | 259 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 89 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Kharkana Toli
Kharkana Toli 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 Kharkana Toli
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kharkana Toli.
| 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 Kharkana Toli is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharkana Toli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharkana Toli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kharkana Toli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharkana Toli 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 Kharkana Toli
Where is Kharkana Toli located?
Kharkana Toli village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharkana Toli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharkana Toli is Kharkkanatoli.
What is the pincode of Kharkana Toli?
The pincode of Kharkana Toli is 263679.
What is the population of Kharkana Toli?
Kharkana Toli had a total population of 779, including 348 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Kharkana Toli?
Kharkana Toli had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharkana Toli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharkana Toli was 79.12%. Male literacy was 91.20% and female literacy was 70.03%.