Khariyani - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Khariyani is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Lekam Kanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khariyani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khariyani is 049438. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.96 hectares and falls under the 262544 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khariyani 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khariyani
According to the 2011 Census, Khariyani village had a total population of 27 people, including 13 males and 14 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 61.54%.
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 | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 3 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Khariyani
Khariyani 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 Khariyani
Public transport in the Khariyani is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khariyani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Khariyani is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Khariyani is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khariyani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khariyani 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 Khariyani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khariyani 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 Khariyani
Where is Khariyani located?
Khariyani village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khariyani?
The Gram Panchayat of Khariyani is Lekam Kanda.
What is the pincode of Khariyani?
The pincode of Khariyani is 262544.
What is the population of Khariyani?
Khariyani had a total population of 27, including 13 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Khariyani?
Khariyani had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khariyani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khariyani was 75.00%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 61.54%.