Airi Khan - Dhaulchhina, Almora
Airi Khan is a village situated in the Dhaulchhina tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 48 km from Almora and around 48 km from Almora. Thiklana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Airi Khan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Airi Khan is 052894. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.89 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Airi Khan 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 Almora Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Airi Khan
According to the 2011 Census, Airi Khan village had a total population of 178 people, including 95 males and 83 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.11%, with male literacy at 80.25% and female literacy at 52.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 161.
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 | 178 | 95 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 86 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 65 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 30 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Airi Khan
Airi Khan 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 Airi Khan
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Airi Khan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Almora to Airi Khan is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Airi Khan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Airi Khan 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Airi Khan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Airi Khan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Airi Khan
Where is Airi Khan located?
Airi Khan village is located in Dhaulchhina Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Airi Khan?
The Gram Panchayat of Airi Khan is Thiklana.
What is the pincode of Airi Khan?
The pincode of Airi Khan is 263623.
What is the population of Airi Khan?
Airi Khan had a total population of 178, including 95 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Airi Khan?
Airi Khan had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Airi Khan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Airi Khan was 67.11%. Male literacy was 80.25% and female literacy was 52.11%.