Khauri - Bhanoli, Almora
Khauri is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Khauri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khauri is 053602. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.65 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Khauri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khauri
As per Census 2011, Khauri village has a total population of 505 people, consisting of 248 males and 257 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 275 literate and 230 illiterate residents. Additionally, 405 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khauri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 505 | 248 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 42 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 405 | 197 | 208 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 165 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 83 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Khauri
Khauri 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 Khauri
Public transport in the Khauri is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Almora to Khauri is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khauri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khauri 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khauri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khauri 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khauri
Where is Khauri located?
Khauri village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khauri?
Khauri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khauri?
The pincode of Khauri is 263622.
What is the population of Khauri?
Khauri has a total population of 505, including 248 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Khauri?
There are 83 households in Khauri.
What is the literacy rate in Khauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khauri is 54.46%. Male literacy is 66.53% and female literacy is 42.80%.