Khamia Block No2 - Kichha, Udham Singh Nagar
Khamia Block No2 is a village situated in the Kichha tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kichha and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Khamariya No-2 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khamia Block No2 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamia Block No2 is 055971. The village covers a total geographical area of 385.14 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Kichha is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khamia Block No2 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 No2
According to the 2011 Census, Khamia Block No2 village had a total population of 2,679 people, including 1,379 males and 1,300 females, living in 527 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.54%, with male literacy at 90.62% and female literacy at 76.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 325, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 2,679 | 1,379 | 1,300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 185 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 167 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,959 | 1,082 | 877 |
| Illiterate Population | 720 | 297 | 423 |
Nearby Villages of Khamia Block No2
Khamia Block No2 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 No2
Public transport in the Khamia Block No2 is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khamia Block No2.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kichha to Khamia Block No2 is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Khamia Block No2 is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamia Block No2
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamia Block No2 village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khamia Block No2
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 No2 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khamia Block No2
Where is Khamia Block No2 located?
Khamia Block No2 village is located in Kichha Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khamia Block No2?
The Gram Panchayat of Khamia Block No2 is Khamariya No-2.
What is the pincode of Khamia Block No2?
The pincode of Khamia Block No2 is 263148.
What is the population of Khamia Block No2?
Khamia Block No2 had a total population of 2,679, including 1,379 males and 1,300 females.
How many households are there in Khamia Block No2?
Khamia Block No2 had 527 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khamia Block No2?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamia Block No2 was 83.54%. Male literacy was 90.62% and female literacy was 76.19%.