Khuriya Gaon

Khuriya Gaon is a village located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 140km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Basikhet is the gram panchayat of Khuriya Gaon village.

Khuriya Gaon has its own place in the vibrant Pithoragarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Khuriya Gaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khuriya Gaon is 049858. The village spans a total geographical area of 14.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262532. Almora is nearest town to Khuriya Gaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 80km away.

When it comes to local governance, Khuriya Gaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Khuriya Gaon

Below is a concise population overview of Khuriya Gaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 16 9 7
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 3 3 N/A
Scheduled Castes (SC) 16 9 7
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 7 5 2
Illiterate Population 9 4 5

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khuriya Gaon village:

  • The total population of Khuriya Gaon village is around 16, including approximately 9 males and 7 females, with a sex ratio of 777 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 3 children aged 0–6 years in Khuriya Gaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khuriya Gaon village has 16 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Khuriya Gaon village is about 43.75%, with male literacy at 55.56% and female literacy at 28.57%.
  • There are around 2 households in Khuriya Gaon village.

Connectivity of Khuriya Gaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khuriya Gaon. As per the 2011 stats, Khuriya Gaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Khuriya Gaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Khuriya Gaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khuriya Gaon.

Dewrari Pant Basikhet Thadoli Jakhera Bhajna Pasdeo Ghunth Daren Oliya Gaon Chamtola Dhari Bhumka Singaroli Bhanyari

Frequently Asked Questions about Khuriya Gaon

Where is Khuriya Gaon located?
Khuriya Gaon village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuriya Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khuriya Gaon is Basikhet (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khuriya Gaon?
The pincode of Khuriya Gaon is 262532, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khuriya Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khuriya Gaon is 16, with 9 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Khuriya Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khuriya Gaon village has a total of 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khuriya Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khuriya Gaon is 43.75%. The male literacy rate is 55.56%, while the female literacy rate is 28.57%.