Khamia Block No1 - Kichha, Udham Singh Nagar
Khamia Block No1 is a village situated in the Kichha tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kichha and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Khamariya No-1 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khamia Block No1 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamia Block No1 is 055972. The village covers a total geographical area of 193.31 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Rudrapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Khamia Block No1 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 Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khamia Block No1
According to the 2011 Census, Khamia Block No1 village had a total population of 1,236 people, including 613 males and 623 females, living in 248 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.48%, with male literacy at 94.68% and female literacy at 80.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 1,236 | 613 | 623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 68 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 971 | 516 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 97 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Khamia Block No1
Khamia Block No1 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 Khamia Block No1
Public transport in the Khamia Block No1 is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khamia Block No1.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudrapur to Khamia Block No1 is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamia Block No1
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamia Block No1 village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khamia Block No1
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamia Block No1 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khamia Block No1
Where is Khamia Block No1 located?
Khamia Block No1 village is located in Kichha Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khamia Block No1?
The Gram Panchayat of Khamia Block No1 is Khamariya No-1.
What is the pincode of Khamia Block No1?
The pincode of Khamia Block No1 is 263148.
What is the population of Khamia Block No1?
Khamia Block No1 had a total population of 1,236, including 613 males and 623 females.
How many households are there in Khamia Block No1?
Khamia Block No1 had 248 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khamia Block No1?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamia Block No1 was 87.48%. Male literacy was 94.68% and female literacy was 80.53%.