Khaliyan - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Khaliyan is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Khaliyan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaliyan is 042644. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.29 hectares and falls under the 246141 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Khaliyan 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 Khaliyan
According to the 2011 Census, Khaliyan village had a total population of 1,153 people, including 522 males and 631 females, living in 216 households. The sex ratio was 1,209 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.50%, with male literacy at 93.19% and female literacy at 68.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 321.
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 | 1,153 | 522 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 96 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 180 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 756 | 397 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 125 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Khaliyan
Khaliyan 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 Khaliyan
Khaliyan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khaliyan is about 50 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 Khaliyan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaliyan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khaliyan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaliyan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khaliyan
Where is Khaliyan located?
Khaliyan village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khaliyan?
Khaliyan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khaliyan?
The pincode of Khaliyan is 246141.
What is the population of Khaliyan?
Khaliyan had a total population of 1,153, including 522 males and 631 females.
How many households are there in Khaliyan?
Khaliyan had 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaliyan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaliyan was 79.50%. Male literacy was 93.19% and female literacy was 68.38%.