Khunnu - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Khunnu is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Kotma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khunnu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khunnu is 042084. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.21 hectares and falls under the 246439 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Khunnu 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 Khunnu
According to the 2011 Census, Khunnu village had a total population of 270 people, including 128 males and 142 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,109 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.12%, with male literacy at 91.96% and female literacy at 71.07%.
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 | 270 | 128 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 103 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 25 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Khunnu
Khunnu 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 Khunnu
Khunnu 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 >10 km |
| 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 Khunnu is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khunnu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khunnu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khunnu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khunnu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khunnu
Where is Khunnu located?
Khunnu village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khunnu?
The Gram Panchayat of Khunnu is Kotma.
What is the pincode of Khunnu?
The pincode of Khunnu is 246439.
What is the population of Khunnu?
Khunnu had a total population of 270, including 128 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Khunnu?
Khunnu had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khunnu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khunnu was 81.12%. Male literacy was 91.96% and female literacy was 71.07%.