Khola - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Khola is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from Pauri and around 15 km from Pauri. Khola(sitansui) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khola is 045631. The village covers a total geographical area of 184.06 hectares and falls under the 249301 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pauri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khola
As per Census 2011, Khola village has a total population of 691 people, consisting of 318 males and 373 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 1,172 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 478 literate and 213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 264 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 691 | 318 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 132 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 478 | 251 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 67 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Khola
Khola 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 Khola
Khola 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 Pauri to Khola is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khola 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 Khola
Where is Khola located?
Khola village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khola?
The Gram Panchayat of Khola is Khola(sitansui).
What is the pincode of Khola?
The pincode of Khola is 249301.
What is the population of Khola?
Khola has a total population of 691, including 318 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Khola?
There are 183 households in Khola.
What is the literacy rate in Khola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khola is 69.18%. Male literacy is 78.93% and female literacy is 60.86%.