Khatka

Khatka is a village located in Roorkee tehsil of Hardwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Roorkee (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Hardwar. As per 2009 stats, Khatka village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Khatka unique in its vibrant Roorkee-Hardwar region. You’ll see Khatka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Khatka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khatka is 056529. The village spans a total geographical area of 28.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 247665. Roorkee is nearest town to Khatka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

When it comes to local governance, Khatka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Khanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hardwar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Khatka

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Population of Khatka

According to the 2011 Census, Khatka has a total population of about 2,523, with approximately 1,328 males and 1,195 females. The sex ratio is around 899 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 424 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 942 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.79%, with male literacy at about 61.75% and female literacy near 42.85%. There are around 420 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khatka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,523 1,328 1,195
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 424 214 210
Scheduled Castes (SC) 942 489 453
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 1,332 820 512
Illiterate Population 1,191 508 683

Connectivity of Khatka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khatka. As per the 2011 stats, Khatka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Khatka

Knowing the nearby villages of Khatka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khatka.

Frequently Asked Questions about Khatka

Where is Khatka located?
Khatka village is situated in Roorkee Tehsil, within the Hardwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatka?
Khatka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Khatka?
The pincode of Khatka is 247665, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khatka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khatka is 2,523, with 1,328 males and 1,195 females.
How many households are there in Khatka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khatka village has a total of 420 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khatka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khatka is 52.79%. The male literacy rate is 61.75%, while the female literacy rate is 42.85%.