Khiron - Joshimath, Chamoli
Khiron is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Lam Bagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khiron village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khiron is 040809. The village covers a total geographical area of 14581.4 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Khiron village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khiron
As per Census 2011, Khiron village has a total population of 90 people, consisting of 47 males and 43 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 71 literate and 19 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khiron are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 90 | 47 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 42 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 5 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Khiron
Khiron 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 Khiron
Public transport in the Khiron is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Joshimath to Khiron is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Khiron is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khiron
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khiron 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 Khiron
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khiron 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khiron
Where is Khiron located?
Khiron village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khiron?
The Gram Panchayat of Khiron is Lam Bagar.
What is the pincode of Khiron?
The pincode of Khiron is 246443.
What is the population of Khiron?
Khiron has a total population of 90, including 47 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Khiron?
There are 30 households in Khiron.
What is the literacy rate in Khiron?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khiron is 78.89%. Male literacy is 89.36% and female literacy is 67.44%.