Khela
About Khela
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Khela village is 049123. Khela village is located in Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Dharchula (tehsildar office) and 125km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Khela village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 457.77 hectares. Khela has a total population of 1,764 peoples, out of which male population is 780 while female population is 984. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1261 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of khela village is 62.47% out of which 74.62% males and 52.85% females are literate. There are about 412 houses in khela village. Pincode of khela village locality is 262545.
When it comes to administration, Khela village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Khela village comes under Dharchula Vidhan Sabha constituency & Almora Lok Sabha constituency. Dharchula is nearest town to khela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Khela
The population details of Khela cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,764 | 780 | 984 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 307 | 147 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 375 | 174 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,102 | 582 | 520 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 198 | 464 |
Connectivity of Khela
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Khela
Where is Khela located?
Khela village is situated in Dharchula Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khela?
Khela serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Khela?
The pincode of Khela is 262545, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khela is 1,764, with 780 males and 984 females.
How many households are there in Khela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khela village has a total of 412 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khela as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khela is 62.47%. The male literacy rate is 74.62%, while the female literacy rate is 52.85%.