Khujathi - Dhari, Nainital
Khujathi is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Pantoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khujathi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khujathi is 054978. The village covers a total geographical area of 246.18 hectares and falls under the 263132 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Khujathi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khujathi
According to the 2011 Census, Khujathi village had a total population of 938 people, including 496 males and 442 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.07%, with male literacy at 83.45% and female literacy at 71.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 938 | 496 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 73 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 616 | 353 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 143 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Khujathi
Khujathi 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 Khujathi
Khujathi 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimtal to Khujathi is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Khujathi is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khujathi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khujathi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khujathi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khujathi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khujathi
Where is Khujathi located?
Khujathi village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khujathi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khujathi is Pantoli.
What is the pincode of Khujathi?
The pincode of Khujathi is 263132.
What is the population of Khujathi?
Khujathi had a total population of 938, including 496 males and 442 females.
How many households are there in Khujathi?
Khujathi had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khujathi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khujathi was 78.07%. Male literacy was 83.45% and female literacy was 71.86%.