Khasiya Bara - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Khasiya Bara is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Khasiya Bara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khasiya Bara is 048938. The village covers a total geographical area of 6.05 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Khasiya Bara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khasiya Bara
According to the 2011 Census, Khasiya Bara village had a total population of 124 people, including 60 males and 64 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.45%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 64.41%.
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 | 124 | 60 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 15 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Khasiya Bara
Khasiya Bara 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 Khasiya Bara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khasiya Bara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Khasiya Bara is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Khasiya Bara is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khasiya Bara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khasiya Bara 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khasiya Bara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khasiya Bara 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khasiya Bara
Where is Khasiya Bara located?
Khasiya Bara village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khasiya Bara?
Khasiya Bara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khasiya Bara?
The pincode of Khasiya Bara is 262554.
What is the population of Khasiya Bara?
Khasiya Bara had a total population of 124, including 60 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Khasiya Bara?
Khasiya Bara had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khasiya Bara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khasiya Bara was 75.45%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 64.41%.