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
As per Census 2011, Khamana village has a total population of 143 people, consisting of 51 males and 92 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,803 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khamana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 143 | 51 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| 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 has a total population of 143, including 51 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Khamana?
There are 36 households in Khamana.
What is the literacy rate in Khamana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamana is 67.13%. Male literacy is 82.35% and female literacy is 58.70%.