Kharsain
Kharsain is a village located in Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Karnaprayag (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Kharsain village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharsain unique in its vibrant Karnaprayag-Chamoli region. You’ll see Kharsain’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kharsain
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharsain is 041298. The village spans a total geographical area of 100.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246429. Gochar is nearest town to Kharsain village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Kharsain
Population of Kharsain
According to the 2011 Census, Kharsain has a total population of about 442, with approximately 204 males and 238 females. The sex ratio is around 1166 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 39 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 152 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.91%, with male literacy at about 81.37% and female literacy near 60.08%. There are around 99 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharsain's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 442 | 204 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 81 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 309 | 166 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 38 | 95 |
Connectivity of Kharsain
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharsain. As per the 2011 stats, Kharsain had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharsain
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharsain helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharsain.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharsain
- Where is Kharsain located?
- Kharsain village is situated in Karnaprayag Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharsain?
- Kharsain serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kharsain?
- The pincode of Kharsain is 246429, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharsain as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharsain is 442, with 204 males and 238 females.
- How many households are there in Kharsain as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharsain village has a total of 99 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharsain as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharsain is 69.91%. The male literacy rate is 81.37%, while the female literacy rate is 60.08%.