Himkhola
About Himkhola
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Himkhola village is 049098. Himkhola village is located in Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 56km away from sub-district headquarter Dharchula (tehsildar office) and 156km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Himkhola village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 170.66 hectares. Himkhola has a total population of 273 peoples, out of which male population is 134 while female population is 139. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1037 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of himkhola village is 59.34% out of which 70.15% males and 48.92% females are literate. There are about 58 houses in himkhola village. Pincode of himkhola village locality is 262545.
When it comes to administration, Himkhola village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Himkhola village comes under Dharchula Vidhan Sabha constituency & Almora Lok Sabha constituency. Dharchula is nearest town to himkhola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 56km away.
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Population of Himkhola
The population details of Himkhola cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 273 | 134 | 139 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 44 | 18 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 99 | 46 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 94 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 40 | 71 |
Connectivity of Himkhola
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Himkhola
Where is Himkhola located?
Himkhola village is situated in Dharchula Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Himkhola?
Himkhola serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Himkhola?
The pincode of Himkhola is 262545, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Himkhola as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Himkhola is 273, with 134 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Himkhola as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Himkhola village has a total of 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Himkhola as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Himkhola is 59.34%. The male literacy rate is 70.15%, while the female literacy rate is 48.92%.