Khokhratal - Kashipur, Udham Singh Nagar
Khokhratal is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Dheemar Kheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khokhratal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khokhratal is 055658. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.24 hectares and falls under the 244713 pincode. Kashipur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Khokhratal 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 Kashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khokhratal
According to the 2011 Census, Khokhratal village had a total population of 145 people, including 74 males and 71 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.85%, with male literacy at 97.01% and female literacy at 90.48%.
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 | 145 | 74 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 65 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 9 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Khokhratal
Khokhratal 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 Khokhratal
Khokhratal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khokhratal.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kashipur to Khokhratal is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Khokhratal is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khokhratal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khokhratal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khokhratal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khokhratal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khokhratal
Where is Khokhratal located?
Khokhratal village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khokhratal?
The Gram Panchayat of Khokhratal is Dheemar Kheda.
What is the pincode of Khokhratal?
The pincode of Khokhratal is 244713.
What is the population of Khokhratal?
Khokhratal had a total population of 145, including 74 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Khokhratal?
Khokhratal had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khokhratal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khokhratal was 93.85%. Male literacy was 97.01% and female literacy was 90.48%.