Khuna Malak - Lohaghat, Champawat
Khuna Malak is a village situated in the Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohaghat and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Khuna Bora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khuna Malak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuna Malak is 054287. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.26 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Khuna Malak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khuna Malak
According to the 2011 Census, Khuna Malak village had a total population of 89 people, including 48 males and 41 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 854 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.54%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 72.97%.
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 | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 39 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 9 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Khuna Malak
Khuna Malak 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 Khuna Malak
Khuna Malak is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Khuna Malak is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Khuna Malak is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuna Malak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuna Malak 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khuna Malak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuna Malak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khuna Malak
Where is Khuna Malak located?
Khuna Malak village is located in Lohaghat Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khuna Malak?
The Gram Panchayat of Khuna Malak is Khuna Bora.
What is the pincode of Khuna Malak?
The pincode of Khuna Malak is 262524.
What is the population of Khuna Malak?
Khuna Malak had a total population of 89, including 48 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Khuna Malak?
Khuna Malak had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khuna Malak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuna Malak was 83.54%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 72.97%.