Kiroli - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Kiroli is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Baitholi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kiroli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kiroli is 049623. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.43 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Kiroli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Kiroli
According to the 2011 Census, Kiroli village had a total population of 110 people, including 54 males and 56 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.37%, with male literacy at 95.65% and female literacy at 79.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 110 | 54 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 44 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 10 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Kiroli
Kiroli 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 Kiroli
Kiroli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Kiroli is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Kiroli is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kiroli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kiroli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kiroli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kiroli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kiroli
Where is Kiroli located?
Kiroli village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kiroli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kiroli is Baitholi.
What is the pincode of Kiroli?
The pincode of Kiroli is 262531.
What is the population of Kiroli?
Kiroli had a total population of 110, including 54 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Kiroli?
Kiroli had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kiroli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kiroli was 87.37%. Male literacy was 95.65% and female literacy was 79.59%.