Khetal Sandakham - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Khetal Sandakham is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khetal Sandakham is 056272. The village covers a total geographical area of 167.06 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Khetal Sandakham is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khetal Sandakham
According to the 2011 Census, Khetal Sandakham village had a total population of 2,901 people, including 1,499 males and 1,402 females, living in 591 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.07%, with male literacy at 87.83% and female literacy at 65.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 304, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 854.
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 | 2,901 | 1,499 | 1,402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 201 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 304 | 170 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 854 | 439 | 415 |
| Literate Population | 1,949 | 1,140 | 809 |
| Illiterate Population | 952 | 359 | 593 |
Nearby Villages of Khetal Sandakham
Khetal Sandakham 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 Khetal Sandakham
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khatima to Khetal Sandakham is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Khetal Sandakham 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.
FAQs about Khetal Sandakham
Where is Khetal Sandakham located?
Khetal Sandakham village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the pincode of Khetal Sandakham?
The pincode of Khetal Sandakham is 262308.
What is the population of Khetal Sandakham?
Khetal Sandakham had a total population of 2,901, including 1,499 males and 1,402 females.
How many households are there in Khetal Sandakham?
Khetal Sandakham had 591 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khetal Sandakham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khetal Sandakham was 77.07%. Male literacy was 87.83% and female literacy was 65.72%.