Khunapani - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Khunapani 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 92 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Basbira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khunapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khunapani is 052018. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.15 hectares and falls under the 263656 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Khunapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khunapani
According to the 2011 Census, Khunapani village had a total population of 11 people, including 5 males and 6 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Khunapani
Khunapani 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 Khunapani
Khunapani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Khunapani is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Khunapani is about 92 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 Khunapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khunapani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khunapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khunapani 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khunapani
Where is Khunapani located?
Khunapani village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khunapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Khunapani is Basbira.
What is the pincode of Khunapani?
The pincode of Khunapani is 263656.
What is the population of Khunapani?
Khunapani had a total population of 11, including 5 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Khunapani?
Khunapani had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khunapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khunapani was 81.82%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 66.67%.