Khoja - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Khoja is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Pamsayari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khoja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khoja is 049208. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.31 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Khoja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khoja
According to the 2011 Census, Khoja village had a total population of 135 people, including 64 males and 71 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,109 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 98.15% and female literacy at 70.00%.
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 | 135 | 64 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 53 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 11 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Khoja
Khoja 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 Khoja
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Khoja.
| 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 Khoja is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Khoja is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khoja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khoja 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khoja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khoja 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khoja
Where is Khoja located?
Khoja village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khoja?
The Gram Panchayat of Khoja is Pamsayari.
What is the pincode of Khoja?
The pincode of Khoja is 262551.
What is the population of Khoja?
Khoja had a total population of 135, including 64 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Khoja?
Khoja had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khoja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khoja was 83.33%. Male literacy was 98.15% and female literacy was 70.00%.