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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khoja
As per Census 2011, Khoja village has a total population of 135 people, consisting of 64 males and 71 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,109 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 95 literate and 40 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khoja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 135 | 64 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| 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 has a total population of 135, including 64 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Khoja?
There are 35 households in Khoja.
What is the literacy rate in Khoja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khoja is 70.37%. Male literacy is 82.81% and female literacy is 59.15%.