Khelriya - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Khelriya is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Khelriya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khelriya is 056269. The village covers a total geographical area of 843.49 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khelriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khatima Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khelriya
As per Census 2011, Khelriya village has a total population of 1,289 people, consisting of 649 males and 640 females. The village has 224 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 765 literate and 524 illiterate residents. Additionally, 852 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khelriya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,289 | 649 | 640 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 105 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 852 | 420 | 432 |
| Literate Population | 765 | 438 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 211 | 313 |
Nearby Villages of Khelriya
Khelriya 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 Khelriya
Khelriya 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 Khelriya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khelriya is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Khelriya is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khelriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khelriya 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 Khelriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khelriya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khelriya
Where is Khelriya located?
Khelriya village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khelriya?
Khelriya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khelriya?
The pincode of Khelriya is 262308.
What is the population of Khelriya?
Khelriya has a total population of 1,289, including 649 males and 640 females.
How many households are there in Khelriya?
There are 224 households in Khelriya.
What is the literacy rate in Khelriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khelriya is 59.35%. Male literacy is 67.49% and female literacy is 51.09%.