Khunsara - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Khunsara is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Khunsara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khunsara is 056143. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.08 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Khunsara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khunsara
As per Census 2011, Khunsara village has a total population of 848 people, consisting of 440 males and 408 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 503 literate and 345 illiterate residents. Additionally, 458 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khunsara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 848 | 440 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 56 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 458 | 227 | 231 |
| Literate Population | 503 | 285 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 155 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Khunsara
Khunsara 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 Khunsara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khunsara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Khunsara is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Khunsara is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khunsara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khunsara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khunsara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khunsara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khunsara
Where is Khunsara located?
Khunsara village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khunsara?
Khunsara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khunsara?
The pincode of Khunsara is 263148.
What is the population of Khunsara?
Khunsara has a total population of 848, including 440 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Khunsara?
There are 140 households in Khunsara.
What is the literacy rate in Khunsara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khunsara is 59.32%. Male literacy is 64.77% and female literacy is 53.43%.