Khaldhar - Almora
Khaldhar is a village situated in the Almora tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from Almora, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Khai Katta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaldhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaldhar is 052936. The village covers a total geographical area of 3.26 hectares and falls under the 263601 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Khaldhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Khaldhar
Khaldhar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanga | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Ratkot | East | 1.33 km |
| Kafalsar | South | 1.60 km |
| Kola Dariya | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Jukhani | South | 1.99 km |
| Luckchouri | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Syunsi | East | 2.27 km |
| Panchrad | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Farsadi | North | 2.48 km |
| Bhourad | South | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khaldhar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khaldhar. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Khaldhar is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khaldhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaldhar 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 Khaldhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaldhar 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 Khaldhar
Where is Khaldhar located?
Khaldhar village is located in Almora Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaldhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaldhar is Khai Katta.
What is the pincode of Khaldhar?
The pincode of Khaldhar is 263601.