Himkhola - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Himkhola is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 56 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 156 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Himkhola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Himkhola is 049098. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.66 hectares and falls under the 262547 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Himkhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Himkhola
As per Census 2011, Himkhola village has a total population of 273 people, consisting of 134 males and 139 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 162 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Himkhola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 273 | 134 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 18 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 46 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 94 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 40 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Himkhola
Himkhola 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 Himkhola
Public transport in the Himkhola is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharchula to Himkhola is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Himkhola is about 156 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Himkhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Himkhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Himkhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Himkhola 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 Himkhola
Where is Himkhola located?
Himkhola village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Himkhola?
Himkhola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Himkhola?
The pincode of Himkhola is 262547.
What is the population of Himkhola?
Himkhola has a total population of 273, including 134 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Himkhola?
There are 58 households in Himkhola.
What is the literacy rate in Himkhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Himkhola is 59.34%. Male literacy is 70.15% and female literacy is 48.92%.