Kharkari - Ranikhet, Almora
Kharkari is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chuna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharkari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharkari is 052536. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.62 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kharkari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kharkari
As per Census 2011, Kharkari village has a total population of 92 people, consisting of 47 males and 45 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 23 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharkari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 92 | 47 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 43 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 4 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Kharkari
Kharkari 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 Kharkari
Kharkari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Ranikhet to Kharkari is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kharkari is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharkari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharkari 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kharkari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharkari 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 Kharkari
Where is Kharkari located?
Kharkari village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharkari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharkari is Chuna.
What is the pincode of Kharkari?
The pincode of Kharkari is 263645.
What is the population of Kharkari?
Kharkari has a total population of 92, including 47 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Kharkari?
There are 20 households in Kharkari.
What is the literacy rate in Kharkari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharkari is 75.00%. Male literacy is 91.49% and female literacy is 57.78%.