Khaldarkhasti - Rikhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Khaldarkhasti is a village situated in the Rikhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 61 km from Lansdowne and around 175 km from Pauri. Darkhasti Khal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaldarkhasti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaldarkhasti is 047656. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.28 hectares and falls under the 246276 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Khaldarkhasti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khaldarkhasti
As per Census 2011, Khaldarkhasti village has a total population of 183 people, consisting of 88 males and 95 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,079 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 120 literate and 63 illiterate residents. Additionally, 183 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khaldarkhasti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 183 | 88 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 88 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 63 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 25 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Khaldarkhasti
Khaldarkhasti 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 Khaldarkhasti
Public transport in the Khaldarkhasti is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Lansdowne to Khaldarkhasti is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Khaldarkhasti is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khaldarkhasti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaldarkhasti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khaldarkhasti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaldarkhasti 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 Khaldarkhasti
Where is Khaldarkhasti located?
Khaldarkhasti village is located in Rikhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaldarkhasti?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaldarkhasti is Darkhasti Khal.
What is the pincode of Khaldarkhasti?
The pincode of Khaldarkhasti is 246276.
What is the population of Khaldarkhasti?
Khaldarkhasti has a total population of 183, including 88 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Khaldarkhasti?
There are 39 households in Khaldarkhasti.
What is the literacy rate in Khaldarkhasti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaldarkhasti is 65.57%. Male literacy is 71.59% and female literacy is 60.00%.