Khanda - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Khanda is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from Pauri and around 17 km from Pauri. Khareth Talla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanda is 045622. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.66 hectares and falls under the 246001 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Khanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pauri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanda
According to the 2011 Census, Khanda village had a total population of 54 people, including 26 males and 28 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.22%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 5 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Khanda
Khanda 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 Khanda
Khanda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Khanda is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanda 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 Khanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanda 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 Khanda
Where is Khanda located?
Khanda village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanda is Khareth Talla.
What is the pincode of Khanda?
The pincode of Khanda is 246001.
What is the population of Khanda?
Khanda had a total population of 54, including 26 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Khanda?
Khanda had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanda was 82.22%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 66.67%.