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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khinsar
As per Census 2011, Khinsar village has a total population of 98 people, consisting of 36 males and 62 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 1,722 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 70 literate and 28 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khinsar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 98 | 36 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| 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 has a total population of 98, including 36 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Khinsar?
There are 24 households in Khinsar.
What is the literacy rate in Khinsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khinsar is 71.43%. Male literacy is 91.67% and female literacy is 59.68%.