Khairia - Bhikiasain, Almora
Khairia is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from Bhikiyasain and around 122 km from Almora. Unuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khairia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khairia is 051671. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.08 hectares and falls under the 263667 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Khairia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khairia
As per Census 2011, Khairia village has a total population of 99 people, consisting of 43 males and 56 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 1,302 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 73 literate and 26 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khairia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 99 | 43 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 39 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 4 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Khairia
Khairia 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 Khairia
Public transport in the Khairia is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Khairia is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Khairia is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khairia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khairia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khairia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khairia 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khairia
Where is Khairia located?
Khairia village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khairia?
The Gram Panchayat of Khairia is Unuli.
What is the pincode of Khairia?
The pincode of Khairia is 263667.
What is the population of Khairia?
Khairia has a total population of 99, including 43 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Khairia?
There are 22 households in Khairia.
What is the literacy rate in Khairia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khairia is 73.74%. Male literacy is 90.70% and female literacy is 60.71%.