Thuyal Khera - Poornagiri, Champawat
Thuyal Khera is a village situated in the Poornagiri tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poornagiri and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Thuwal Khera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thuyal Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thuyal Khera is 054436. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.37 hectares and falls under the 262309 pincode. Tanakpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Thuyal Khera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Thuyal Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Thuyal Khera village had a total population of 626 people, including 300 males and 326 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.80%, with male literacy at 94.00% and female literacy at 69.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 626 | 300 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 50 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 442 | 235 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 65 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Thuyal Khera
Thuyal 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 Thuyal Khera
Thuyal Khera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Thuyal 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tanakpur to Thuyal Khera is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Thuyal Khera is about 78 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 Thuyal Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thuyal Khera 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 Thuyal 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 Thuyal Khera 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 Thuyal Khera
Where is Thuyal Khera located?
Thuyal Khera village is located in Poornagiri Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thuyal Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Thuyal Khera is Thuwal Khera.
What is the pincode of Thuyal Khera?
The pincode of Thuyal Khera is 262309.
What is the population of Thuyal Khera?
Thuyal Khera had a total population of 626, including 300 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Thuyal Khera?
Thuyal Khera had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thuyal Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thuyal Khera was 80.80%. Male literacy was 94.00% and female literacy was 69.70%.