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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Khauri village had a total population of 505 people, including 248 males and 257 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.75%, with male literacy at 80.10% and female literacy at 53.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 405.
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 | 505 | 248 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 42 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 405 | 197 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 505, including 248 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Khauri?
Khauri had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khauri was 66.75%. Male literacy was 80.10% and female literacy was 53.40%.