Kuwan Khera - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Kuwan Khera is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Bhundiyatharu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuwan Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuwan Khera is 056233. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.38 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kuwan Khera 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 Khatima Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuwan Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Kuwan Khera village had a total population of 844 people, including 411 males and 433 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.17%, with male literacy at 94.49% and female literacy at 68.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 564.
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 | 844 | 411 | 433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 7 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 564 | 281 | 283 |
| Literate Population | 612 | 343 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 68 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Kuwan Khera
Kuwan Khera 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 Kuwan Khera
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kuwan Khera.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khatima to Kuwan Khera is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Kuwan Khera is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuwan Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuwan Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kuwan Khera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuwan Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kuwan Khera
Where is Kuwan Khera located?
Kuwan Khera village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kuwan Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuwan Khera is Bhundiyatharu.
What is the pincode of Kuwan Khera?
The pincode of Kuwan Khera is 262308.
What is the population of Kuwan Khera?
Kuwan Khera had a total population of 844, including 411 males and 433 females.
How many households are there in Kuwan Khera?
Kuwan Khera had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuwan Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuwan Khera was 81.17%. Male literacy was 94.49% and female literacy was 68.80%.