Khatalgaon - Sult, Almora
Khatalgaon is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Khatal Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khatalgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatalgaon is 052099. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.67 hectares and falls under the 263676 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Khatalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khatalgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Khatalgaon village had a total population of 177 people, including 60 males and 117 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.36%, with male literacy at 89.13% and female literacy at 55.14%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 177 | 60 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 41 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 19 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Khatalgaon
Khatalgaon 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 Khatalgaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khatalgaon.
| 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 Ramnagar to Khatalgaon is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Khatalgaon is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatalgaon 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khatalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatalgaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khatalgaon
Where is Khatalgaon located?
Khatalgaon village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khatalgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khatalgaon is Khatal Gaon.
What is the pincode of Khatalgaon?
The pincode of Khatalgaon is 263676.
What is the population of Khatalgaon?
Khatalgaon had a total population of 177, including 60 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Khatalgaon?
Khatalgaon had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khatalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatalgaon was 65.36%. Male literacy was 89.13% and female literacy was 55.14%.