Khaloo - Srinagar, Pauri Garhwal
Khaloo is a village situated in the Srinagar tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from Srinagar and around 30 km from Pauri. Khaloo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaloo is 045464. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.35 hectares and falls under the 246174 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khaloo 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 Srinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khaloo
According to the 2011 Census, Khaloo village had a total population of 142 people, including 56 males and 86 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,536 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.62%, with male literacy at 97.96% and female literacy at 92.59%. 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 | 142 | 56 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 48 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 8 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Khaloo
Khaloo 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 Khaloo
Khaloo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srinagar to Khaloo is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Khaloo is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khaloo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaloo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khaloo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaloo 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 Khaloo
Where is Khaloo located?
Khaloo village is located in Srinagar Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khaloo?
Khaloo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khaloo?
The pincode of Khaloo is 246174.
What is the population of Khaloo?
Khaloo had a total population of 142, including 56 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Khaloo?
Khaloo had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaloo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaloo was 94.62%. Male literacy was 97.96% and female literacy was 92.59%.