Khela - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Khela is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Khela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khela is 049123. The village covers a total geographical area of 457.77 hectares and falls under the 262545 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Khela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khela
As per Census 2011, Khela village has a total population of 1,764 people, consisting of 780 males and 984 females. The village has 412 households and a sex ratio of 1,261 females per 1,000 males. There are 307 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,102 literate and 662 illiterate residents. Additionally, 375 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,764 | 780 | 984 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 307 | 147 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 375 | 174 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,102 | 582 | 520 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 198 | 464 |
Nearby Villages of Khela
Khela 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 Khela
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khela.
| 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 Dharchula to Khela is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Khela is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khela 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 Khela
Where is Khela located?
Khela village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khela?
Khela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khela?
The pincode of Khela is 262545.
What is the population of Khela?
Khela has a total population of 1,764, including 780 males and 984 females.
How many households are there in Khela?
There are 412 households in Khela.
What is the literacy rate in Khela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khela is 62.47%. Male literacy is 74.62% and female literacy is 52.85%.