Kholia Gaon - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Kholia Gaon is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Kholiya Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kholia Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kholia Gaon is 049442. The village covers a total geographical area of 264.79 hectares and falls under the 262543 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kholia Gaon 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kholia Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kholia Gaon village had a total population of 249 people, including 108 males and 141 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,306 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.11%, with male literacy at 96.70% and female literacy at 78.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66.
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 | 249 | 108 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 27 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 88 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 20 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Kholia Gaon
Kholia Gaon 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 Kholia Gaon
Kholia Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Kholia Gaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Kholia Gaon is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kholia Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kholia Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kholia Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kholia Gaon 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kholia Gaon
Where is Kholia Gaon located?
Kholia Gaon village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kholia Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kholia Gaon is Kholiya Gaon.
What is the pincode of Kholia Gaon?
The pincode of Kholia Gaon is 262543.
What is the population of Kholia Gaon?
Kholia Gaon had a total population of 249, including 108 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Kholia Gaon?
Kholia Gaon had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kholia Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kholia Gaon was 86.11%. Male literacy was 96.70% and female literacy was 78.40%.