Gayan Khera - Poornagiri, Champawat
Gayan Khera is a village situated in the Poornagiri tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poornagiri and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Gayan Khera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gayan Khera is 054442. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.38 hectares and falls under the 262309 pincode. Tanakpur is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Gayan Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Gayan Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Gayan Khera village had a total population of 1,276 people, including 653 males and 623 females, living in 267 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.89%, with male literacy at 87.76% and female literacy at 77.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 1,276 | 653 | 623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 81 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 53 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 930 | 502 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 151 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Gayan Khera
Gayan Khera 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 Gayan Khera
Public transport in the Gayan Khera is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Gayan Khera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tanakpur to Gayan Khera is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Gayan Khera is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gayan Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gayan Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gayan Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gayan Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gayan Khera
Where is Gayan Khera located?
Gayan Khera village is located in Poornagiri Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gayan Khera?
Gayan Khera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gayan Khera?
The pincode of Gayan Khera is 262309.
What is the population of Gayan Khera?
Gayan Khera had a total population of 1,276, including 653 males and 623 females.
How many households are there in Gayan Khera?
Gayan Khera had 267 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gayan Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gayan Khera was 82.89%. Male literacy was 87.76% and female literacy was 77.82%.