Bich Kholi - Pithoragarh
Bich Kholi is a village situated in the Pithoragarh tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from Pithoragarh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Mankatiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bich Kholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bich Kholi is 050482. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.12 hectares and falls under the 262521 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bich Kholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pithoragarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bich Kholi
As per Census 2011, Bich Kholi village has a total population of 58 people, consisting of 27 males and 31 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 1,148 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 43 literate and 15 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bich Kholi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 4 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Bich Kholi
Bich Kholi 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 Bich Kholi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Bich Kholi.
| 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 Bich Kholi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bich Kholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bich Kholi 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 Bich Kholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bich Kholi 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 Bich Kholi
Where is Bich Kholi located?
Bich Kholi village is located in Pithoragarh Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bich Kholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bich Kholi is Mankatiya.
What is the pincode of Bich Kholi?
The pincode of Bich Kholi is 262521.
What is the population of Bich Kholi?
Bich Kholi has a total population of 58, including 27 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Bich Kholi?
There are 17 households in Bich Kholi.
What is the literacy rate in Bich Kholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bich Kholi is 74.14%. Male literacy is 85.19% and female literacy is 64.52%.