Khanni Village - Pokhari, Chamoli
Khanni is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Khanni village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanni is 041168. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.4 hectares and falls under the 246473 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Khanni 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 Khanni
As per Census 2011, Khanni village has a total population of 352 people, consisting of 158 males and 194 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 1,227 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 257 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanni are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 352 | 158 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 257 | 139 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 19 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Khanni
Khanni 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 Khanni
Khanni 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 Karnaprayag to Khanni is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Khanni 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 Khanni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khanni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanni 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 Khanni
Where is Khanni located?
Khanni village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanni?
Khanni is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khanni?
The pincode of Khanni is 246473.
What is the population of Khanni?
Khanni has a total population of 352, including 158 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Khanni?
There are 73 households in Khanni.
What is the literacy rate in Khanni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanni is 73.01%. Male literacy is 87.97% and female literacy is 60.82%.