Koli Dhek - Lohaghat, Champawat
Koli Dhek is a village situated in the Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohaghat and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Kolidek serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koli Dhek village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koli Dhek is 054250. The village covers a total geographical area of 181.95 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Koli Dhek village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Koli Dhek
According to the 2011 Census, Koli Dhek village had a total population of 1,240 people, including 614 males and 626 females, living in 253 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.29%, with male literacy at 97.04% and female literacy at 77.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 237, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 1,240 | 614 | 626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 74 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 116 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 948 | 524 | 424 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 90 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Koli Dhek
Koli Dhek 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 Koli Dhek
Koli Dhek is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Koli Dhek is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Koli Dhek is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koli Dhek
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koli Dhek village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Koli Dhek
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koli Dhek village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Koli Dhek
Where is Koli Dhek located?
Koli Dhek village is located in Lohaghat Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Koli Dhek?
The Gram Panchayat of Koli Dhek is Kolidek.
What is the pincode of Koli Dhek?
The pincode of Koli Dhek is 262524.
What is the population of Koli Dhek?
Koli Dhek had a total population of 1,240, including 614 males and 626 females.
How many households are there in Koli Dhek?
Koli Dhek had 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koli Dhek?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koli Dhek was 87.29%. Male literacy was 97.04% and female literacy was 77.66%.