Khinsar - Gairsain, Chamoli
Khinsar is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Maikholi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khinsar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khinsar is 041992. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.44 hectares and falls under the 246428 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Khinsar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khinsar
According to the 2011 Census, Khinsar village had a total population of 98 people, including 36 males and 62 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,722 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.46%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 68.52%.
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 | 98 | 36 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 3 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Khinsar
Khinsar 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 Khinsar
Khinsar 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 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 Karnaprayag to Khinsar is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Khinsar is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khinsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khinsar 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 Khinsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khinsar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khinsar
Where is Khinsar located?
Khinsar village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khinsar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khinsar is Maikholi.
What is the pincode of Khinsar?
The pincode of Khinsar is 246428.
What is the population of Khinsar?
Khinsar had a total population of 98, including 36 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Khinsar?
Khinsar had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khinsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khinsar was 80.46%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 68.52%.