Takoli - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Takoli is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Footsil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Takoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takoli is 050020. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.62 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 87 km away.
Takoli 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 Takoli
According to the 2011 Census, Takoli village had a total population of 39 people, including 19 males and 20 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.76%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 80.00%.
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 | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 7 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Takoli
Takoli 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 Takoli
Public transport in the Takoli 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 Takoli is about 87 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 Takoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takoli 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Takoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takoli 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 Takoli
Where is Takoli located?
Takoli village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Takoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Takoli is Footsil.
What is the pincode of Takoli?
The pincode of Takoli is 262522.
What is the population of Takoli?
Takoli had a total population of 39, including 19 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Takoli?
Takoli had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Takoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takoli was 82.76%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 80.00%.