Khandku - Chaubatta Khal, Pauri Garhwal
Khandku is a village situated in the Chaubatta Khal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Chaubattakhal and around 70 km from Pauri. Kota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khandku village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandku is 048003. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.06 hectares and falls under the 246279 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Khandku village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Khandku
Khandku is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Malkot | South-East | 0.73 km |
| Naukhandi | East | 1.10 km |
| Kakr Khetu | East | 1.35 km |
| Nail | North-West | 1.42 km |
| Chara Talla | West | 1.49 km |
| Bainul | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Chandna | West | 1.87 km |
| Rampur | North | 1.96 km |
| Kathela | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Mankot | North-West | 2.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khandku
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khandku. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauri to Khandku is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandku
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandku village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khandku
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandku 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khandku
Where is Khandku located?
Khandku village is located in Chaubatta Khal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandku?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandku is Kota.
What is the pincode of Khandku?
The pincode of Khandku is 246279.