Choli - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Choli is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Choli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choli is 050043. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.57 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 88 km away.
Choli 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 Choli
According to the 2011 Census, Choli village had a total population of 145 people, including 65 males and 80 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,231 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.19%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 71.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 145 | 65 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 46 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 19 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Choli
Choli 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 Choli
Choli 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 Choli is about 88 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Choli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choli 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Choli
Where is Choli located?
Choli village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Choli?
Choli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Choli?
The pincode of Choli is 262522.
What is the population of Choli?
Choli had a total population of 145, including 65 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Choli?
Choli had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choli was 83.19%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 71.64%.