Khand Gaon - Chakisain, Pauri Garhwal
Khand Gaon is a village situated in the Chakisain tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 73 km from Thalisain and around 48 km from Pauri. Kanakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khand Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khand Gaon is 046444. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.41 hectares and falls under the 246123 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Khand Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khand Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Khand Gaon village had a total population of 220 people, including 99 males and 121 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,222 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.73%, with male literacy at 91.36% and female literacy at 61.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 220 | 99 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 74 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 25 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Khand Gaon
Khand Gaon 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 Khand Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khand Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Pauri to Khand Gaon is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khand Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khand Gaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khand Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khand Gaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khand Gaon
Where is Khand Gaon located?
Khand Gaon village is located in Chakisain Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khand Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khand Gaon is Kanakot.
What is the pincode of Khand Gaon?
The pincode of Khand Gaon is 246123.
What is the population of Khand Gaon?
Khand Gaon had a total population of 220, including 99 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Khand Gaon?
Khand Gaon had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khand Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khand Gaon was 74.73%. Male literacy was 91.36% and female literacy was 61.39%.