Mehal Khand - Ranikhet, Almora
Mehal Khand is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Mehal Khand village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehal Khand is 052318. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.17 hectares and falls under the 263664 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Mehal Khand 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 Mehal Khand
As per Census 2011, Mehal Khand village has a total population of 234 people, consisting of 109 males and 125 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,146 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 159 literate and 75 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mehal Khand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 234 | 109 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 86 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 23 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Mehal Khand
Mehal Khand is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Raili Bayali | South-West | 0.94 km |
| Sainari | East | 1.36 km |
| Pastorawar | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Pipalkote | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Tholi | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Gatoli | North | 1.64 km |
| Sagina | West | 1.69 km |
| Seltana | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Naiti | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Saikura | North | 2.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mehal Khand
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Mehal Khand. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Mehal Khand is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Mehal Khand is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehal Khand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehal Khand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mehal Khand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehal Khand 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 Mehal Khand
Where is Mehal Khand located?
Mehal Khand village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehal Khand?
Mehal Khand is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mehal Khand?
The pincode of Mehal Khand is 263664.
What is the population of Mehal Khand?
Mehal Khand has a total population of 234, including 109 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Mehal Khand?
There are 60 households in Mehal Khand.
What is the literacy rate in Mehal Khand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehal Khand is 67.95%. Male literacy is 78.90% and female literacy is 58.40%.