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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Khantoli village had a total population of 426 people, including 210 males and 216 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.38%, with male literacy at 90.06% and female literacy at 73.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200.
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 | 426 | 210 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 29 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 112 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 426, including 210 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Khantoli?
Khantoli had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khantoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khantoli was 81.38%. Male literacy was 90.06% and female literacy was 73.33%.