Khon - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Khon is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Pauri and around 35 km from Pauri. Gaind serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khon is 045766. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.97 hectares and falls under the 246173 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Khon 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 Khon
According to the 2011 Census, Khon village had a total population of 169 people, including 71 males and 98 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,380 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.24%, with male literacy at 85.48% and female literacy at 55.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 169 | 71 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 53 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 18 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Khon
Khon 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 Khon
Khon 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 Pauri to Khon is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khon 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 Khon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khon
Where is Khon located?
Khon village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khon is Gaind.
What is the pincode of Khon?
The pincode of Khon is 246173.
What is the population of Khon?
Khon had a total population of 169, including 71 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Khon?
Khon had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khon was 68.24%. Male literacy was 85.48% and female literacy was 55.81%.