Khatakher - Roorkee, Haridwar
Khatakher is a village situated in the Roorkee tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from Roorkee and around 43 km from Hardwar. Khata Kheri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khatakher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatakher is 056463. The village covers a total geographical area of 237 hectares and falls under the 247667 pincode. Roorkee is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Khatakher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pirankaliyar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khatakher
As per Census 2011, Khatakher village has a total population of 4,354 people, consisting of 2,240 males and 2,114 females. The village has 681 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 824 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,141 literate and 2,213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 553 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 143 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khatakher are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,354 | 2,240 | 2,114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 824 | 426 | 398 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 553 | 291 | 262 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 143 | 75 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 2,141 | 1,327 | 814 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,213 | 913 | 1,300 |
Nearby Villages of Khatakher
Khatakher 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 Khatakher
Khatakher is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Khatakher has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Roorkee to Khatakher is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar to Khatakher is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatakher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatakher village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khatakher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatakher village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khatakher
Where is Khatakher located?
Khatakher village is located in Roorkee Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatakher?
The Gram Panchayat of Khatakher is Khata Kheri.
What is the pincode of Khatakher?
The pincode of Khatakher is 247667.
What is the population of Khatakher?
Khatakher has a total population of 4,354, including 2,240 males and 2,114 females.
How many households are there in Khatakher?
There are 681 households in Khatakher.
What is the literacy rate in Khatakher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatakher is 49.17%. Male literacy is 59.24% and female literacy is 38.51%.