Khaliyon - Bhikiasain, Almora
Khaliyon is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Bhikiyasain and around 95 km from Almora. Khalyun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaliyon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaliyon is 051804. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.46 hectares and falls under the 263667 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Khaliyon 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 Khaliyon
According to the 2011 Census, Khaliyon village had a total population of 209 people, including 92 males and 117 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,272 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.84%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 64.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54.
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 | 209 | 92 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 78 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 14 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Khaliyon
Khaliyon 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 Khaliyon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khaliyon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Khaliyon is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Khaliyon is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khaliyon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaliyon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khaliyon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaliyon 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khaliyon
Where is Khaliyon located?
Khaliyon village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khaliyon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaliyon is Khalyun.
What is the pincode of Khaliyon?
The pincode of Khaliyon is 263667.
What is the population of Khaliyon?
Khaliyon had a total population of 209, including 92 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Khaliyon?
Khaliyon had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaliyon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaliyon was 76.84%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 64.15%.