Khalyugwar - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Khalyugwar is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Bartoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalyugwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalyugwar is 041303. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.89 hectares and falls under the 246429 pincode. Gochar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khalyugwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khalyugwar
According to the 2011 Census, Khalyugwar village had a total population of 85 people, including 39 males and 46 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,179 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.67%, with male literacy at 97.06% and female literacy at 79.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 85 | 39 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 6 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Khalyugwar
Khalyugwar 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 Khalyugwar
Khalyugwar 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gochar to Khalyugwar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Khalyugwar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalyugwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalyugwar 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 Khalyugwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalyugwar 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 Khalyugwar
Where is Khalyugwar located?
Khalyugwar village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khalyugwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalyugwar is Bartoli.
What is the pincode of Khalyugwar?
The pincode of Khalyugwar is 246429.
What is the population of Khalyugwar?
Khalyugwar had a total population of 85, including 39 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Khalyugwar?
Khalyugwar had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalyugwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalyugwar was 87.67%. Male literacy was 97.06% and female literacy was 79.49%.