Hokara - Tejam, Pithoragarh
Hokara is a village situated in the Tejam tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 67 km from Munsiari and around 85 km from Pithoragarh. Hokara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hokara is 048993. The village covers a total geographical area of 682.28 hectares and falls under the 262553 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
Hokara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hokara
As per Census 2011, Hokara village has a total population of 1,121 people, consisting of 514 males and 607 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 1,180 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 578 literate and 543 illiterate residents. Additionally, 332 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hokara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,121 | 514 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 89 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 332 | 153 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 578 | 329 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 185 | 358 |
Nearby Villages of Hokara
Hokara 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 Hokara
Hokara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Hokara is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Hokara is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hokara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hokara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hokara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hokara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hokara
Where is Hokara located?
Hokara village is located in Tejam Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hokara?
Hokara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hokara?
The pincode of Hokara is 262553.
What is the population of Hokara?
Hokara has a total population of 1,121, including 514 males and 607 females.
How many households are there in Hokara?
There are 236 households in Hokara.
What is the literacy rate in Hokara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hokara is 51.56%. Male literacy is 64.01% and female literacy is 41.02%.