Khola Gad - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Khola Gad is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Aamhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khola Gad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khola Gad is 049746. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.59 hectares and falls under the 262534 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Khola Gad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khola Gad
As per Census 2011, Khola Gad village has a total population of 72 people, consisting of 31 males and 41 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,322 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 45 literate and 27 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khola Gad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72 | 31 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 10 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Khola Gad
Khola Gad 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 Gad
Khola Gad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Khola Gad is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Khola Gad is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khola Gad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khola Gad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khola Gad
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 Gad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khola Gad
Where is Khola Gad located?
Khola Gad village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khola Gad?
The Gram Panchayat of Khola Gad is Aamhat.
What is the pincode of Khola Gad?
The pincode of Khola Gad is 262534.
What is the population of Khola Gad?
Khola Gad has a total population of 72, including 31 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Khola Gad?
There are 16 households in Khola Gad.
What is the literacy rate in Khola Gad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khola Gad is 62.50%. Male literacy is 67.74% and female literacy is 58.54%.