Khalyun - Syalde, Almora
Khalyun is a village situated in the Syalde tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from Bhikiyasain and around 152 km from Almora. Khalyun village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalyun is 051499. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.03 hectares and falls under the 263659 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 142 km away.
Khalyun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salt Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khalyun
As per Census 2011, Khalyun village has a total population of 204 people, consisting of 91 males and 113 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,241 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 115 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khalyun are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 204 | 91 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 59 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 32 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Khalyun
Khalyun 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 Khalyun
Khalyun 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 5-10 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 Khalyun is about 142 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Khalyun is about 152 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 Khalyun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalyun 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 Khalyun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalyun 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 Khalyun
Where is Khalyun located?
Khalyun village is located in Syalde Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalyun?
Khalyun is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khalyun?
The pincode of Khalyun is 263659.
What is the population of Khalyun?
Khalyun has a total population of 204, including 91 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Khalyun?
There are 35 households in Khalyun.
What is the literacy rate in Khalyun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalyun is 56.37%. Male literacy is 64.84% and female literacy is 49.56%.