Birgoli - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Birgoli is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Virgoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birgoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birgoli is 050037. The village covers a total geographical area of 394.59 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 102 km away.
Birgoli 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 Birgoli
According to the 2011 Census, Birgoli village had a total population of 294 people, including 126 males and 168 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.28%, with male literacy at 89.72% and female literacy at 66.44%.
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 | 294 | 126 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 96 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 30 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Birgoli
Birgoli 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 Birgoli
Birgoli 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Birgoli is about 102 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birgoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birgoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Birgoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Birgoli 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Birgoli
Where is Birgoli located?
Birgoli village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Birgoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Birgoli is Virgoli.
What is the pincode of Birgoli?
The pincode of Birgoli is 262522.
What is the population of Birgoli?
Birgoli had a total population of 294, including 126 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Birgoli?
Birgoli had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birgoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birgoli was 76.28%. Male literacy was 89.72% and female literacy was 66.44%.