Khankar - Jainti, Almora
Khankar is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Khanker serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khankar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khankar is 053464. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.48 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Khankar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khankar
As per Census 2011, Khankar village has a total population of 937 people, consisting of 447 males and 490 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 1,096 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 579 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 523 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khankar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 937 | 447 | 490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 87 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 523 | 252 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 579 | 328 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 119 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Khankar
Khankar 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 Khankar
Khankar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 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 Almora to Khankar is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khankar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khankar 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 Khankar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khankar 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 Khankar
Where is Khankar located?
Khankar village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khankar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khankar is Khanker.
What is the pincode of Khankar?
The pincode of Khankar is 263626.
What is the population of Khankar?
Khankar has a total population of 937, including 447 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Khankar?
There are 183 households in Khankar.
What is the literacy rate in Khankar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khankar is 61.79%. Male literacy is 73.38% and female literacy is 51.22%.