Khaltara - Nandprayag, Chamoli
Khaltara is a village situated in the Nandprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from Chamoli and around 41 km from Gopeshwar. Khaltara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaltara is 041045. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.73 hectares and falls under the 246449 pincode. Nandprayag is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Khaltara 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 Tharali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khaltara
According to the 2011 Census, Khaltara village had a total population of 264 people, including 129 males and 135 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.17%, with male literacy at 92.66% and female literacy at 53.72%.
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 | 264 | 129 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 101 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 28 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Khaltara
Khaltara 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 Khaltara
Public transport in the Khaltara 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 Nandprayag to Khaltara is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Khaltara is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khaltara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaltara 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 Khaltara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaltara 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 Khaltara
Where is Khaltara located?
Khaltara village is located in Nandprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khaltara?
Khaltara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khaltara?
The pincode of Khaltara is 246449.
What is the population of Khaltara?
Khaltara had a total population of 264, including 129 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Khaltara?
Khaltara had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaltara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaltara was 72.17%. Male literacy was 92.66% and female literacy was 53.72%.