Awala Khot - Kaladhungi, Nainital
Awala Khot is a village situated in the Kaladhungi tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaladhungi and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Awala Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Awala Khot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awala Khot is 055504. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.38 hectares and falls under the 263159 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Awala Khot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Awala Khot
As per Census 2011, Awala Khot village has a total population of 2,642 people, consisting of 1,324 males and 1,318 females. The village has 580 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 303 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,103 literate and 539 illiterate residents. Additionally, 362 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awala Khot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,642 | 1,324 | 1,318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 153 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 362 | 182 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 2,103 | 1,126 | 977 |
| Illiterate Population | 539 | 198 | 341 |
Nearby Villages of Awala Khot
Awala Khot 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 Awala Khot
Awala Khot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Awala Khot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Awala Khot is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Awala Khot is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awala Khot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awala Khot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Awala Khot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awala Khot 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 Awala Khot
Where is Awala Khot located?
Awala Khot village is located in Kaladhungi Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awala Khot?
The Gram Panchayat of Awala Khot is Awala Kot.
What is the pincode of Awala Khot?
The pincode of Awala Khot is 263159.
What is the population of Awala Khot?
Awala Khot has a total population of 2,642, including 1,324 males and 1,318 females.
How many households are there in Awala Khot?
There are 580 households in Awala Khot.
What is the literacy rate in Awala Khot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awala Khot is 79.60%. Male literacy is 85.05% and female literacy is 74.13%.