Shundar Khal - Dhari, Nainital
Shundar Khal is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Sundarkhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shundar Khal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shundar Khal is 054937. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.83 hectares and falls under the 263132 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Shundar Khal 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 Shundar Khal
As per Census 2011, Shundar Khal village has a total population of 1,009 people, consisting of 552 males and 457 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 827 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 761 literate and 248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shundar Khal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,009 | 552 | 457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 84 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 761 | 450 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 102 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Shundar Khal
Shundar Khal 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 Shundar Khal
Shundar Khal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhowali to Shundar Khal is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Shundar Khal is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shundar Khal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shundar Khal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shundar Khal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shundar Khal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shundar Khal
Where is Shundar Khal located?
Shundar Khal village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shundar Khal?
The Gram Panchayat of Shundar Khal is Sundarkhal.
What is the pincode of Shundar Khal?
The pincode of Shundar Khal is 263132.
What is the population of Shundar Khal?
Shundar Khal has a total population of 1,009, including 552 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Shundar Khal?
There are 164 households in Shundar Khal.
What is the literacy rate in Shundar Khal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shundar Khal is 75.42%. Male literacy is 81.52% and female literacy is 68.05%.