Khantari - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Khantari is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Mangar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khantari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khantari is 049783. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.92 hectares and falls under the 262534 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Khantari 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khantari
According to the 2011 Census, Khantari village had a total population of 48 people, including 18 males and 30 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.18%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 88.46%.
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 | 48 | 18 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 0 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Khantari
Khantari 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 Khantari
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khantari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Khantari is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Khantari is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khantari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khantari 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khantari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khantari 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khantari
Where is Khantari located?
Khantari village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khantari?
The Gram Panchayat of Khantari is Mangar.
What is the pincode of Khantari?
The pincode of Khantari is 262534.
What is the population of Khantari?
Khantari had a total population of 48, including 18 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Khantari?
Khantari had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khantari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khantari was 93.18%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 88.46%.