Bhura Kishani - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Bhura Kishani is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Bhudakishani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhura Kishani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhura Kishani is 056232. The village covers a total geographical area of 417.55 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bhura Kishani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhura Kishani
As per Census 2011, Bhura Kishani village has a total population of 2,702 people, consisting of 1,347 males and 1,355 females. The village has 505 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 301 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,988 literate and 714 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,500 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhura Kishani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,702 | 1,347 | 1,355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 165 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 58 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,500 | 743 | 757 |
| Literate Population | 1,988 | 1,101 | 887 |
| Illiterate Population | 714 | 246 | 468 |
Nearby Villages of Bhura Kishani
Bhura Kishani 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 Bhura Kishani
Bhura Kishani 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 Bhura Kishani.
| 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 Khatima to Bhura Kishani is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Bhura Kishani is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhura Kishani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhura Kishani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhura Kishani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhura Kishani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhura Kishani
Where is Bhura Kishani located?
Bhura Kishani village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhura Kishani?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhura Kishani is Bhudakishani.
What is the pincode of Bhura Kishani?
The pincode of Bhura Kishani is 262308.
What is the population of Bhura Kishani?
Bhura Kishani has a total population of 2,702, including 1,347 males and 1,355 females.
How many households are there in Bhura Kishani?
There are 505 households in Bhura Kishani.
What is the literacy rate in Bhura Kishani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhura Kishani is 73.58%. Male literacy is 81.74% and female literacy is 65.46%.