Khantoli - Kanda, Bageshwar
Khantoli is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Khantoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khantoli is 050760. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.37 hectares and falls under the 263640 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Khantoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khantoli
As per Census 2011, Khantoli village has a total population of 426 people, consisting of 210 males and 216 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 306 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 200 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khantoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 426 | 210 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 29 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 112 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 163 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 47 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Khantoli
Khantoli 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 Khantoli
Khantoli 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 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 Khantoli is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khantoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khantoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khantoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khantoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khantoli
Where is Khantoli located?
Khantoli village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khantoli?
Khantoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khantoli?
The pincode of Khantoli is 263640.
What is the population of Khantoli?
Khantoli has a total population of 426, including 210 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Khantoli?
There are 102 households in Khantoli.
What is the literacy rate in Khantoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khantoli is 71.83%. Male literacy is 77.62% and female literacy is 66.20%.