Toligaon - Kanalichhina, Pithoragarh
Toligaon is a village situated in the Kanalichhina tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 41 km from Didihat and around 42 km from Pithoragarh. Khawakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Toligaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Toligaon is 049415. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.43 hectares and falls under the 262541 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Toligaon 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Toligaon
According to the 2011 Census, Toligaon village had a total population of 36 people, including 19 males and 17 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 64.71%.
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 | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 2 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Toligaon
Toligaon 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 Toligaon
Public transport in the Toligaon 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 Didihat to Toligaon is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Toligaon is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Toligaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Toligaon 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 Toligaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Toligaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Toligaon
Where is Toligaon located?
Toligaon village is located in Kanalichhina Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Toligaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Toligaon is Khawakot.
What is the pincode of Toligaon?
The pincode of Toligaon is 262541.
What is the population of Toligaon?
Toligaon had a total population of 36, including 19 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Toligaon?
Toligaon had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Toligaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Toligaon was 80.00%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 64.71%.