Khukreta - Bajpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Khukreta is a village situated in the Bajpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bajpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Chanakpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khukreta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khukreta is 055889. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.17 hectares and falls under the 262401 pincode. Bajpur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Khukreta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khukreta
As per Census 2011, Khukreta village has a total population of 279 people, consisting of 144 males and 135 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 164 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khukreta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 279 | 144 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 96 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 48 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Khukreta
Khukreta 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 Khukreta
Khukreta is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khukreta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bajpur to Khukreta is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Khukreta is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khukreta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khukreta 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 Khukreta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khukreta 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khukreta
Where is Khukreta located?
Khukreta village is located in Bajpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khukreta?
The Gram Panchayat of Khukreta is Chanakpur.
What is the pincode of Khukreta?
The pincode of Khukreta is 262401.
What is the population of Khukreta?
Khukreta has a total population of 279, including 144 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Khukreta?
There are 63 households in Khukreta.
What is the literacy rate in Khukreta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khukreta is 58.78%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 50.37%.