Khuriya Gaon - Ganai Gangoli, Pithoragarh
Khuriya Gaon is a village situated in the Ganai Gangoli tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 65 km from Gangolihat and around 140 km from Pithoragarh. Basikhet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khuriya Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuriya Gaon is 049858. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.43 hectares and falls under the 262532 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Khuriya Gaon 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 Khuriya Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Khuriya Gaon village had a total population of 16 people, including 9 males and 7 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 778 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.85%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 28.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Khuriya Gaon
Khuriya Gaon 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 Khuriya Gaon
Public transport in the Khuriya Gaon is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Khuriya Gaon is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Khuriya Gaon is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuriya Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuriya Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khuriya Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuriya Gaon 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 Khuriya Gaon
Where is Khuriya Gaon located?
Khuriya Gaon village is located in Ganai Gangoli Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khuriya Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khuriya Gaon is Basikhet.
What is the pincode of Khuriya Gaon?
The pincode of Khuriya Gaon is 262532.
What is the population of Khuriya Gaon?
Khuriya Gaon had a total population of 16, including 9 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Khuriya Gaon?
Khuriya Gaon had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khuriya Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuriya Gaon was 53.85%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 28.57%.