Kimta - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Kimta is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Surkhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kimta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kimta is 049989. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.61 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 88 km away.
Kimta 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 Kimta
According to the 2011 Census, Kimta village had a total population of 198 people, including 102 males and 96 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.07%, with male literacy at 82.72% and female literacy at 65.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 186.
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 | 198 | 102 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 95 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 67 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 35 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Kimta
Kimta 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 Kimta
Kimta 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 5-10 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 Kimta 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 Kimta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kimta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kimta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kimta 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kimta
Where is Kimta located?
Kimta village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kimta?
The Gram Panchayat of Kimta is Surkhal.
What is the pincode of Kimta?
The pincode of Kimta is 262522.
What is the population of Kimta?
Kimta had a total population of 198, including 102 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Kimta?
Kimta had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kimta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kimta was 74.07%. Male literacy was 82.72% and female literacy was 65.43%.