Khor - Basukedar, Rudraprayag
Khor is a village situated in the Basukedar tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 73 km from Jakholi and around 48 km from Rudraprayag. Khod-bangar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khor is 042729. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.73 hectares and falls under the 246419 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Khor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khor
According to the 2011 Census, Khor village had a total population of 487 people, including 222 males and 265 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 1,194 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 85.28% and female literacy at 52.75%.
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 | 487 | 222 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 59 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 139 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 83 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Khor
Khor 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 Khor
Public transport in the Khor is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Rudraprayag to Khor is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khor 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 Khor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khor 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khor
Where is Khor located?
Khor village is located in Basukedar Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khor?
The Gram Panchayat of Khor is Khod-bangar.
What is the pincode of Khor?
The pincode of Khor is 246419.
What is the population of Khor?
Khor had a total population of 487, including 222 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Khor?
Khor had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khor was 66.67%. Male literacy was 85.28% and female literacy was 52.75%.