Khatasa - Kalsi, Dehradun
Khatasa is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Udpalta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khatasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatasa is 044849. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.89 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Khatasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khatasa
According to the 2011 Census, Khatasa village had a total population of 109 people, including 57 males and 52 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.82%, with male literacy at 86.96% and female literacy at 51.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 92.
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 | 109 | 57 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 45 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 40 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 17 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Khatasa
Khatasa 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 Khatasa
Khatasa 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vikasnagar to Khatasa is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Khatasa 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 Khatasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatasa 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 Khatasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khatasa
Where is Khatasa located?
Khatasa village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khatasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Khatasa is Udpalta.
What is the pincode of Khatasa?
The pincode of Khatasa is 248001.
What is the population of Khatasa?
Khatasa had a total population of 109, including 57 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Khatasa?
Khatasa had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khatasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatasa was 68.82%. Male literacy was 86.96% and female literacy was 51.06%.