Khatyari - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Khatyari is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Khatyari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatyari is 041431. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.56 hectares and falls under the 246488 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Khatyari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khatyari
According to the 2011 Census, Khatyari village had a total population of 191 people, including 79 males and 112 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,418 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.98%, with male literacy at 98.55% and female literacy at 70.87%.
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 | 191 | 79 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 68 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 11 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Khatyari
Khatyari 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 Khatyari
Khatyari 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Khatyari is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Khatyari is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatyari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatyari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khatyari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatyari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khatyari
Where is Khatyari located?
Khatyari village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khatyari?
Khatyari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khatyari?
The pincode of Khatyari is 246488.
What is the population of Khatyari?
Khatyari had a total population of 191, including 79 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Khatyari?
Khatyari had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khatyari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatyari was 81.98%. Male literacy was 98.55% and female literacy was 70.87%.