Khumera - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Khumera is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Khumera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khumera is 042097. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.81 hectares and falls under the 246471 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Khumera 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 Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khumera
According to the 2011 Census, Khumera village had a total population of 1,050 people, including 507 males and 543 females, living in 213 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.82%, with male literacy at 96.10% and female literacy at 64.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 421.
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 | 1,050 | 507 | 543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 71 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 421 | 210 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 728 | 419 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 88 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Khumera
Khumera 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 Khumera
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Khumera.
| 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 Rudraprayag to Khumera 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 Khumera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khumera 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khumera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khumera 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 Khumera
Where is Khumera located?
Khumera village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khumera?
Khumera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khumera?
The pincode of Khumera is 246471.
What is the population of Khumera?
Khumera had a total population of 1,050, including 507 males and 543 females.
How many households are there in Khumera?
Khumera had 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khumera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khumera was 79.82%. Male literacy was 96.10% and female literacy was 64.92%.