Khurkola Izer - Poornagiri, Champawat
Khurkola Izer is a village situated in the Poornagiri tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poornagiri and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Poth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khurkola Izer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khurkola Izer is 054400. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.62 hectares and falls under the 262523 pincode. Tanakpur is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Khurkola Izer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khurkola Izer
According to the 2011 Census, Khurkola Izer village had a total population of 51 people, including 33 males and 18 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 545 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.64%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 41.18%.
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 | 51 | 33 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 21 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 12 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Khurkola Izer
Khurkola Izer 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 Khurkola Izer
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khurkola Izer.
| 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 Tanakpur to Khurkola Izer is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Khurkola Izer is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khurkola Izer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khurkola Izer 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khurkola Izer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khurkola Izer 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 Khurkola Izer
Where is Khurkola Izer located?
Khurkola Izer village is located in Poornagiri Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khurkola Izer?
The Gram Panchayat of Khurkola Izer is Poth.
What is the pincode of Khurkola Izer?
The pincode of Khurkola Izer is 262523.
What is the population of Khurkola Izer?
Khurkola Izer had a total population of 51, including 33 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Khurkola Izer?
Khurkola Izer had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khurkola Izer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khurkola Izer was 63.64%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 41.18%.