Man Khola - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Man Khola 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. Busail serves as the Gram Panchayat for Man Khola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Man Khola is 049960. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.51 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 102 km away.
Man Khola 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 Man Khola
According to the 2011 Census, Man Khola village had a total population of 115 people, including 56 males and 59 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 95.56% and female literacy at 67.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 115 | 56 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 13 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Man Khola
Man Khola 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 Man Khola
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Man Khola.
| 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 Man Khola 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 Man Khola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Man Khola 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 Man Khola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Man Khola 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 Man Khola
Where is Man Khola located?
Man Khola village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Man Khola?
The Gram Panchayat of Man Khola is Busail.
What is the pincode of Man Khola?
The pincode of Man Khola is 262522.
What is the population of Man Khola?
Man Khola had a total population of 115, including 56 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Man Khola?
Man Khola had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Man Khola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Man Khola was 80.00%. Male literacy was 95.56% and female literacy was 67.27%.