Kharkoli - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Kharkoli is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Askoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharkoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharkoli is 050157. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.78 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Kharkoli 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 Kharkoli
According to the 2011 Census, Kharkoli village had a total population of 206 people, including 91 males and 115 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,264 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.92%, with male literacy at 93.24% and female literacy at 73.79%.
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 | 206 | 91 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 69 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 22 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Kharkoli
Kharkoli 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 Kharkoli
Kharkoli 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 Pithoragarh to Kharkoli is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharkoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharkoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kharkoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharkoli 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 Kharkoli
Where is Kharkoli located?
Kharkoli village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kharkoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharkoli is Askoda.
What is the pincode of Kharkoli?
The pincode of Kharkoli is 262522.
What is the population of Kharkoli?
Kharkoli had a total population of 206, including 91 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Kharkoli?
Kharkoli had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharkoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharkoli was 81.92%. Male literacy was 93.24% and female literacy was 73.79%.