Khanni - 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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Khanni village had a total population of 352 people, including 158 males and 194 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,228 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.56%, with male literacy at 97.20% and female literacy at 67.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 352 | 158 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 352, including 158 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Khanni?
Khanni had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanni was 80.56%. Male literacy was 97.20% and female literacy was 67.05%.