Kharayat - Poornagiri, Champawat
Kharayat is a village situated in the Poornagiri tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poornagiri and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Danda Malla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharayat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharayat is 054406. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.48 hectares and falls under the 262523 pincode. Tanakpur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Kharayat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kharayat
According to the 2011 Census, Kharayat village had a total population of 49 people, including 23 males and 26 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,130 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.23%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 61.90%.
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 | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 9 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Kharayat
Kharayat 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 Kharayat
Public transport in the Kharayat is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tanakpur to Kharayat is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Kharayat is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharayat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharayat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kharayat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharayat 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kharayat
Where is Kharayat located?
Kharayat village is located in Poornagiri Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kharayat?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharayat is Danda Malla.
What is the pincode of Kharayat?
The pincode of Kharayat is 262523.
What is the population of Kharayat?
Kharayat had a total population of 49, including 23 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Kharayat?
Kharayat had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharayat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharayat was 69.23%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 61.90%.