Khari Sunar - Someshwar, Almora
Khari Sunar is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Khari Sunar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khari Sunar is 053321. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.11 hectares and falls under the 263628 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Khari Sunar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khari Sunar
As per Census 2011, Khari Sunar village has a total population of 535 people, consisting of 247 males and 288 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 1,165 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 367 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khari Sunar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 535 | 247 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 87 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 196 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 51 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Khari Sunar
Khari Sunar 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 Khari Sunar
Khari Sunar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Almora to Khari Sunar is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khari Sunar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khari Sunar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khari Sunar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khari Sunar 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 Khari Sunar
Where is Khari Sunar located?
Khari Sunar village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khari Sunar?
Khari Sunar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khari Sunar?
The pincode of Khari Sunar is 263628.
What is the population of Khari Sunar?
Khari Sunar has a total population of 535, including 247 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Khari Sunar?
There are 115 households in Khari Sunar.
What is the literacy rate in Khari Sunar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khari Sunar is 68.60%. Male literacy is 79.35% and female literacy is 59.38%.