Katan Khanwal - Haldwani, Nainital
Katan Khanwal is a village situated in the Haldwani tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haldwani and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Khanwal Katan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katan Khanwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katan Khanwal is 055264. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.76 hectares and falls under the 263139 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Katan Khanwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Katan Khanwal
According to the 2011 Census, Katan Khanwal village had a total population of 297 people, including 152 males and 145 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.65%, with male literacy at 81.68% and female literacy at 60.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 107, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 297 | 152 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 55 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 107 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 45 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Katan Khanwal
Katan Khanwal 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 Katan Khanwal
Katan Khanwal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Haldwani to Katan Khanwal is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Katan Khanwal is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katan Khanwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katan Khanwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Katan Khanwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katan Khanwal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Katan Khanwal
Where is Katan Khanwal located?
Katan Khanwal village is located in Haldwani Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Katan Khanwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Katan Khanwal is Khanwal Katan.
What is the pincode of Katan Khanwal?
The pincode of Katan Khanwal is 263139.
What is the population of Katan Khanwal?
Katan Khanwal had a total population of 297, including 152 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Katan Khanwal?
Katan Khanwal had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Katan Khanwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katan Khanwal was 71.65%. Male literacy was 81.68% and female literacy was 60.98%.