Khrktaya - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Khrktaya is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kharkatiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khrktaya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khrktaya is 051892. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.56 hectares and falls under the 263656 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Khrktaya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khrktaya
As per Census 2011, Khrktaya village has a total population of 351 people, consisting of 139 males and 212 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,525 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 231 literate and 120 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khrktaya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 351 | 139 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 109 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 30 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Khrktaya
Khrktaya 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 Khrktaya
Khrktaya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Ranikhet to Khrktaya is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Khrktaya is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khrktaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khrktaya 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 Khrktaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khrktaya 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 Khrktaya
Where is Khrktaya located?
Khrktaya village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khrktaya?
The Gram Panchayat of Khrktaya is Kharkatiya.
What is the pincode of Khrktaya?
The pincode of Khrktaya is 263656.
What is the population of Khrktaya?
Khrktaya has a total population of 351, including 139 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Khrktaya?
There are 91 households in Khrktaya.
What is the literacy rate in Khrktaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khrktaya is 65.81%. Male literacy is 78.42% and female literacy is 57.55%.