Khanna - Pokhari, Chamoli
Khanna is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Bhikona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanna is 041154. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.95 hectares and falls under the 246473 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Khanna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badrinath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanna
As per Census 2011, Khanna village has a total population of 40 people, consisting of 19 males and 21 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 1,105 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 31 literate and 9 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 3 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Khanna
Khanna 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 Khanna
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khanna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Karnaprayag to Khanna is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Khanna is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khanna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khanna
Where is Khanna located?
Khanna village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanna?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanna is Bhikona.
What is the pincode of Khanna?
The pincode of Khanna is 246473.
What is the population of Khanna?
Khanna has a total population of 40, including 19 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Khanna?
There are 11 households in Khanna.
What is the literacy rate in Khanna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanna is 77.50%. Male literacy is 84.21% and female literacy is 71.43%.