Kaundha Khera - Nanakmatta, Udham Singh Nagar
Kaundha Khera is a village situated in the Nanakmatta tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Sitarganj and around 52 km from Rudrapur. Dhum Khera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaundha Khera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaundha Khera is 056177. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.77 hectares and falls under the 262311 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kaundha 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 Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaundha Khera
According to the 2011 Census, Kaundha Khera village had a total population of 455 people, including 235 males and 220 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.68%, with male literacy at 83.98% and female literacy at 60.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 229.
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 | 455 | 235 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 118 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 173 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 62 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Kaundha Khera
Kaundha 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 Kaundha Khera
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kaundha Khera.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Kaundha Khera is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Kaundha Khera is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaundha Khera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaundha Khera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kaundha 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 Kaundha Khera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kaundha Khera
Where is Kaundha Khera located?
Kaundha Khera village is located in Nanakmatta Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kaundha Khera?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaundha Khera is Dhum Khera.
What is the pincode of Kaundha Khera?
The pincode of Kaundha Khera is 262311.
What is the population of Kaundha Khera?
Kaundha Khera had a total population of 455, including 235 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Kaundha Khera?
Kaundha Khera had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaundha Khera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaundha Khera was 72.68%. Male literacy was 83.98% and female literacy was 60.62%.