Petkhola

Petkhola is a village located in Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 53km away from sub-district headquarter Didihat (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Kachana is the gram panchayat of Petkhola village.

Petkhola has its own place in the vibrant Pithoragarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Petkhola

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Petkhola is 049335. The village spans a total geographical area of 25.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262542. Pithoragarh is nearest town to Petkhola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.

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Population of Petkhola

Below is a concise population overview of Petkhola as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 41 23 18
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 3 2 1
Scheduled Castes (SC) 41 23 18
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 29 19 10
Illiterate Population 12 4 8

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Petkhola village:

  • The total population of Petkhola village is around 41, including approximately 23 males and 18 females, with a sex ratio of 782 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 3 children aged 0–6 years in Petkhola village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Petkhola village has 41 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Petkhola village is about 70.73%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 55.56%.
  • There are around 10 households in Petkhola village.

Connectivity of Petkhola

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Petkhola. As per the 2011 stats, Petkhola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Petkhola

Knowing the nearby villages of Petkhola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Petkhola.

Sil Gothana Kachana Toli Binayak Panda Bora Gaon Moosgaon Nakhnoli Myoli Basor Gaurhi

Frequently Asked Questions about Petkhola

Where is Petkhola located?
Petkhola village is situated in Didihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Petkhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Petkhola is Kachana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Petkhola?
The pincode of Petkhola is 262542, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Petkhola as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Petkhola is 41, with 23 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Petkhola as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Petkhola village has a total of 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Petkhola as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Petkhola is 70.73%. The male literacy rate is 82.61%, while the female literacy rate is 55.56%.