Khankar - Kafligair, Bageshwar
Khankar is a village situated in the Kafligair tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from Bageshwar and around 16 km from Bageshwar. Khankar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khankar is 051192. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.46 hectares and falls under the 263628 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Khankar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khankar
According to the 2011 Census, Khankar village had a total population of 300 people, including 143 males and 157 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,098 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.39%, with male literacy at 96.83% and female literacy at 86.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 300 | 143 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 122 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 21 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Khankar
Khankar 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 Khankar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khankar.
| 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 Bageshwar to Khankar is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khankar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khankar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khankar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khankar 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 Khankar
Where is Khankar located?
Khankar village is located in Kafligair Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khankar?
Khankar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khankar?
The pincode of Khankar is 263628.
What is the population of Khankar?
Khankar had a total population of 300, including 143 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Khankar?
Khankar had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khankar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khankar was 91.39%. Male literacy was 96.83% and female literacy was 86.52%.