Khanna - Mori, Uttarkashi
Khanna is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 192 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Khanna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanna is 040219. The village covers a total geographical area of 243.52 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Khanna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khanna
As per Census 2011, Khanna village has a total population of 319 people, consisting of 161 males and 158 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 189 literate and 130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 319 | 161 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 52 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 112 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 49 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Khanna
Khanna 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 Khanna
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khanna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Khanna is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Khanna is about 192 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanna 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khanna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanna 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 Khanna
Where is Khanna located?
Khanna village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanna?
Khanna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khanna?
The pincode of Khanna is 249128.
What is the population of Khanna?
Khanna has a total population of 319, including 161 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Khanna?
There are 51 households in Khanna.
What is the literacy rate in Khanna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanna is 59.25%. Male literacy is 69.57% and female literacy is 48.73%.