Khurpia - Kichha, Udham Singh Nagar
Khurpia is a village situated in the Kichha tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kichha and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Khurpiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khurpia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khurpia is 055986. The village covers a total geographical area of 168.33 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Kichha is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Khurpia 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 Khurpia
According to the 2011 Census, Khurpia village had a total population of 1,651 people, including 860 males and 791 females, living in 371 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.01%, with male literacy at 65.97% and female literacy at 44.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 750.
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 | 1,651 | 860 | 791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 146 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 750 | 399 | 351 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 760 | 471 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 891 | 389 | 502 |
Nearby Villages of Khurpia
Khurpia 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 Khurpia
Khurpia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khurpia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khurpia is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Khurpia is about 18 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 Khurpia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khurpia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khurpia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khurpia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khurpia
Where is Khurpia located?
Khurpia village is located in Kichha Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khurpia?
The Gram Panchayat of Khurpia is Khurpiya.
What is the pincode of Khurpia?
The pincode of Khurpia is 263148.
What is the population of Khurpia?
Khurpia had a total population of 1,651, including 860 males and 791 females.
How many households are there in Khurpia?
Khurpia had 371 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khurpia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khurpia was 56.01%. Male literacy was 65.97% and female literacy was 44.95%.