Khatola - Gadarpur, Udham Singh Nagar
Khatola is a village situated in the Gadarpur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarpur and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Khataula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khatola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatola is 056072. The village covers a total geographical area of 418.78 hectares and falls under the 263152 pincode. Dineshpur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Khatola 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 Rudrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khatola
According to the 2011 Census, Khatola village had a total population of 3,682 people, including 1,930 males and 1,752 females, living in 697 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.75%, with male literacy at 89.88% and female literacy at 72.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 199.
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 | 3,682 | 1,930 | 1,752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 455 | 240 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 199 | 96 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 2,638 | 1,519 | 1,119 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,044 | 411 | 633 |
Nearby Villages of Khatola
Khatola 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 Khatola
Khatola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khatola.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dineshpur to Khatola is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Khatola is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khatola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatola 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khatola
Where is Khatola located?
Khatola village is located in Gadarpur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khatola?
The Gram Panchayat of Khatola is Khataula.
What is the pincode of Khatola?
The pincode of Khatola is 263152.
What is the population of Khatola?
Khatola had a total population of 3,682, including 1,930 males and 1,752 females.
How many households are there in Khatola?
Khatola had 697 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khatola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatola was 81.75%. Male literacy was 89.88% and female literacy was 72.80%.