Khal - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Khal is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Bharngaa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khal is 042659. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.33 hectares and falls under the 246475 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Khal 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 Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khal
According to the 2011 Census, Khal village had a total population of 26 people, including 9 males and 17 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 68.75%.
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 | 26 | 9 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 2 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Khal
Khal 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 Khal
Khal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Rudraprayag to Khal is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khal
Where is Khal located?
Khal village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khal?
The Gram Panchayat of Khal is Bharngaa.
What is the pincode of Khal?
The pincode of Khal is 246475.
What is the population of Khal?
Khal had a total population of 26, including 9 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Khal?
Khal had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khal was 75.00%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 68.75%.