Khurudgad - Dwarahat, Almora
Khurudgad is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Nata Guali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khurudgad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khurudgad is 052639. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.93 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Khurudgad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khurudgad
As per Census 2011, Khurudgad village has a total population of 103 people, consisting of 51 males and 52 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 71 literate and 32 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khurudgad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 103 | 51 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 12 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Khurudgad
Khurudgad 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 Khurudgad
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khurudgad.
| 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 Dwarahat to Khurudgad is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Khurudgad is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khurudgad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khurudgad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khurudgad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khurudgad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khurudgad
Where is Khurudgad located?
Khurudgad village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khurudgad?
The Gram Panchayat of Khurudgad is Nata Guali.
What is the pincode of Khurudgad?
The pincode of Khurudgad is 263653.
What is the population of Khurudgad?
Khurudgad has a total population of 103, including 51 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Khurudgad?
There are 19 households in Khurudgad.
What is the literacy rate in Khurudgad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khurudgad is 68.93%. Male literacy is 76.47% and female literacy is 61.54%.