Tola - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Tola is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 162 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Milam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tola is 048848. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.17 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Tola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Tola
According to the 2011 Census, Tola village had a total population of 56 people, including 30 males and 26 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 93.10% and female literacy at 52.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 33.
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 | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 27 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 3 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Tola
Tola 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 Tola
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tola.
| 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 Tola is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Tola is about 162 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tola 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tola 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 Tola
Where is Tola located?
Tola village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Tola is Milam.
What is the pincode of Tola?
The pincode of Tola is 262554.
What is the population of Tola?
Tola had a total population of 56, including 30 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Tola?
Tola had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tola was 75.00%. Male literacy was 93.10% and female literacy was 52.17%.