Khalar - Kosya Kutauli, Nainital
Khalar is a village situated in the Kosya Kutauli tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kosya Kutauli and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Khalad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalar is 054483. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.02 hectares and falls under the 263135 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Khalar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khalar
According to the 2011 Census, Khalar village had a total population of 189 people, including 87 males and 102 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,172 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.21%, with male literacy at 96.10% and female literacy at 74.47%.
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 | 189 | 87 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 74 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 13 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Khalar
Khalar 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 Khalar
Khalar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bhowali to Khalar is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Khalar is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khalar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khalar
Where is Khalar located?
Khalar village is located in Kosya Kutauli Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khalar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalar is Khalad.
What is the pincode of Khalar?
The pincode of Khalar is 263135.
What is the population of Khalar?
Khalar had a total population of 189, including 87 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Khalar?
Khalar had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalar was 84.21%. Male literacy was 96.10% and female literacy was 74.47%.