Khamana - Jakhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Khamana is a village situated in the Jakhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 85 km from Lansdowne and around 150 km from Pauri. Khamana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamana is 047271. The village covers a total geographical area of 209.91 hectares and falls under the 246123 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Khamana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khamana
According to the 2011 Census, Khamana village had a total population of 143 people, including 51 males and 92 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,804 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.80%, with male literacy at 97.67% and female literacy at 65.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 143 | 51 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 42 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 9 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Khamana
Khamana 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 Khamana
Public transport in the Khamana 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Khamana is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Khamana is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamana 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 Khamana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamana 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 Khamana
Where is Khamana located?
Khamana village is located in Jakhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamana?
Khamana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khamana?
The pincode of Khamana is 246123.
What is the population of Khamana?
Khamana had a total population of 143, including 51 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Khamana?
Khamana had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khamana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamana was 76.80%. Male literacy was 97.67% and female literacy was 65.85%.