Khairuri - Bhikiasain, Almora
Khairuri is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from Bhikiyasain and around 118 km from Almora. Simaldhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khairuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khairuri is 051785. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.09 hectares and falls under the 263667 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 103 km away.
Khairuri 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khairuri
According to the 2011 Census, Khairuri village had a total population of 29 people, including 14 males and 15 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.37%, with male literacy at 69.23% and female literacy at 71.43%.
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 | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 5 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Khairuri
Khairuri 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 Khairuri
Khairuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khairuri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Khairuri is about 103 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Khairuri is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khairuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khairuri 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 Khairuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khairuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khairuri
Where is Khairuri located?
Khairuri village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khairuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Khairuri is Simaldhar.
What is the pincode of Khairuri?
The pincode of Khairuri is 263667.
What is the population of Khairuri?
Khairuri had a total population of 29, including 14 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Khairuri?
Khairuri had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khairuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khairuri was 70.37%. Male literacy was 69.23% and female literacy was 71.43%.