Khuni Gaon - Dhari, Nainital
Khuni Gaon is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nainital.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuni Gaon is 054951. The village covers a total geographical area of 197.03 hectares and falls under the 263132 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khuni Gaon
As per Census 2011, Khuni Gaon village has a total population of 562 people, consisting of 286 males and 276 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 413 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khuni Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 562 | 286 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 234 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 52 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Khuni Gaon
Khuni Gaon 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 Khuni Gaon
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| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimtal to Khuni Gaon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Khuni Gaon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Khuni Gaon
Where is Khuni Gaon located?
Khuni Gaon village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the pincode of Khuni Gaon?
The pincode of Khuni Gaon is 263132.
What is the population of Khuni Gaon?
Khuni Gaon has a total population of 562, including 286 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Khuni Gaon?
There are 101 households in Khuni Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Khuni Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuni Gaon is 73.49%. Male literacy is 81.82% and female literacy is 64.86%.