Khattu Khal - Dunda, Uttarkashi
Khattu Khal is a village situated in the Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dunda and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Khattu Khal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khattu Khal is 040594. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.91 hectares and falls under the 249151 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khattu Khal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khattu Khal
According to the 2011 Census, Khattu Khal village had a total population of 360 people, including 172 males and 188 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,093 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.81%, with male literacy at 92.20% and female literacy at 53.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 360 | 172 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 130 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 42 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Khattu Khal
Khattu Khal 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 Khattu Khal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khattu Khal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uttarkashi to Khattu Khal is about 18 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 Khattu Khal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khattu Khal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khattu Khal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khattu Khal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khattu Khal
Where is Khattu Khal located?
Khattu Khal village is located in Dunda Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khattu Khal?
Khattu Khal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khattu Khal?
The pincode of Khattu Khal is 249151.
What is the population of Khattu Khal?
Khattu Khal had a total population of 360, including 172 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Khattu Khal?
Khattu Khal had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khattu Khal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khattu Khal was 71.81%. Male literacy was 92.20% and female literacy was 53.50%.