Khaniya Village - Ranikhet, Almora
Khaniya is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Khaniya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaniya is 052421. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.4 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Khaniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khaniya
As per Census 2011, Khaniya village has a total population of 1,324 people, consisting of 631 males and 693 females. The village has 308 households and a sex ratio of 1,098 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,067 literate and 257 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khaniya are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,324 | 631 | 693 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 105 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,067 | 516 | 551 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 115 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Khaniya
Khaniya 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 Khaniya
Khaniya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Khaniya is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Khaniya is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khaniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaniya 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 Khaniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaniya 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 Khaniya
Where is Khaniya located?
Khaniya village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaniya?
Khaniya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khaniya?
The pincode of Khaniya is 263645.
What is the population of Khaniya?
Khaniya has a total population of 1,324, including 631 males and 693 females.
How many households are there in Khaniya?
There are 308 households in Khaniya.
What is the literacy rate in Khaniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaniya is 80.59%. Male literacy is 81.77% and female literacy is 79.51%.