Khand - Jakhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Khand is a village situated in the Jakhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 73 km from Lansdowne and around 133 km from Pauri. Kandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khand is 047228. The village covers a total geographical area of 189.83 hectares and falls under the 246123 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Khand 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 Khand
According to the 2011 Census, Khand village had a total population of 75 people, including 33 males and 42 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,273 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.36%, with male literacy at 96.88% and female literacy at 56.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 75 | 33 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 2 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Khand
Khand 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
Khand 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 5-10 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 Lansdowne to Khand is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Khand is about 133 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khand 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khand
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 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khand
Where is Khand located?
Khand village is located in Jakhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khand?
The Gram Panchayat of Khand is Kandi.
What is the pincode of Khand?
The pincode of Khand is 246123.
What is the population of Khand?
Khand had a total population of 75, including 33 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Khand?
Khand had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khand was 75.36%. Male literacy was 96.88% and female literacy was 56.76%.