Askora - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Askora is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Askoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Askora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Askora is 050151. The village covers a total geographical area of 304.45 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Askora 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Askora
According to the 2011 Census, Askora village had a total population of 256 people, including 110 males and 146 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,327 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.53%, with male literacy at 93.18% and female literacy at 61.29%.
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 | 256 | 110 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 82 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 28 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Askora
Askora 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 Askora
Public transport in the Askora is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Pithoragarh to Askora is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Askora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Askora 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Askora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Askora 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 Askora
Where is Askora located?
Askora village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Askora?
The Gram Panchayat of Askora is Askoda.
What is the pincode of Askora?
The pincode of Askora is 262522.
What is the population of Askora?
Askora had a total population of 256, including 110 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Askora?
Askora had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Askora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Askora was 74.53%. Male literacy was 93.18% and female literacy was 61.29%.