Khadakpur - Kaladhungi, Nainital
Khadakpur is a village situated in the Kaladhungi tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaladhungi and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khadakpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khadakpur is 055561. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.19 hectares and falls under the 263140 pincode. Kaladhungi is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Khadakpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khadakpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khadakpur village had a total population of 111 people, including 52 males and 59 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,135 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.38%, with male literacy at 84.44% and female literacy at 84.31%.
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 | 111 | 52 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 38 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 14 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Khadakpur
Khadakpur 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 Khadakpur
Khadakpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaladhungi to Khadakpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Khadakpur is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khadakpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khadakpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khadakpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khadakpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khadakpur
Where is Khadakpur located?
Khadakpur village is located in Kaladhungi Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khadakpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khadakpur is Rampur.
What is the pincode of Khadakpur?
The pincode of Khadakpur is 263140.
What is the population of Khadakpur?
Khadakpur had a total population of 111, including 52 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Khadakpur?
Khadakpur had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khadakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadakpur was 84.38%. Male literacy was 84.44% and female literacy was 84.31%.