Halna - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Halna is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Halna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halna is 040362. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.52 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Halna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Halna
As per Census 2011, Halna village has a total population of 282 people, consisting of 145 males and 137 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 159 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 281 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Halna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 282 | 145 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 145 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 105 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 40 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Halna
Halna 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 Halna
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Halna.
| 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 Halna is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Halna is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Halna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halna 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Halna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Halna
Where is Halna located?
Halna village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Halna?
Halna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Halna?
The pincode of Halna is 249141.
What is the population of Halna?
Halna has a total population of 282, including 145 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Halna?
There are 60 households in Halna.
What is the literacy rate in Halna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halna is 56.38%. Male literacy is 72.41% and female literacy is 39.42%.