Khilach - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Khilach is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 54 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Milam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khilach village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khilach is 048853. The village covers a total geographical area of 243.15 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Khilach village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khilach
As per Census 2011, Khilach village has a total population of 20 people, consisting of 13 males and 7 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 538 females per 1,000 males. The village has 19 literate and 1 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khilach are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 1 | 1 | - |
Nearby Villages of Khilach
Khilach 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 Khilach
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khilach.
| 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 Didihat to Khilach is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Khilach is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khilach
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khilach 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 Khilach
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khilach 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 Khilach
Where is Khilach located?
Khilach village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khilach?
The Gram Panchayat of Khilach is Milam.
What is the pincode of Khilach?
The pincode of Khilach is 262554.
What is the population of Khilach?
Khilach has a total population of 20, including 13 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Khilach?
There are 11 households in Khilach.
What is the literacy rate in Khilach?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khilach is 95.00%. Male literacy is 92.31% and female literacy is 100.00%.