Mukhani Kharku - Haldwani, Nainital
Mukhani Kharku is a village situated in the Haldwani tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haldwani and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Chorgaliya Aamkhera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mukhani Kharku village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mukhani Kharku is 055282. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.24 hectares and falls under the 263139 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Mukhani Kharku village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Mukhani Kharku
According to the 2011 Census, Mukhani Kharku village had a total population of 209 people, including 112 males and 97 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.39%, with male literacy at 95.05% and female literacy at 76.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 209 | 112 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 96 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 16 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Mukhani Kharku
Mukhani Kharku 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 Mukhani Kharku
Mukhani Kharku 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 >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 Haldwani to Mukhani Kharku is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Mukhani Kharku is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mukhani Kharku
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mukhani Kharku village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mukhani Kharku
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mukhani Kharku 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Mukhani Kharku
Where is Mukhani Kharku located?
Mukhani Kharku village is located in Haldwani Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mukhani Kharku?
The Gram Panchayat of Mukhani Kharku is Chorgaliya Aamkhera.
What is the pincode of Mukhani Kharku?
The pincode of Mukhani Kharku is 263139.
What is the population of Mukhani Kharku?
Mukhani Kharku had a total population of 209, including 112 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Mukhani Kharku?
Mukhani Kharku had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mukhani Kharku?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mukhani Kharku was 86.39%. Male literacy was 95.05% and female literacy was 76.67%.