Kharsi
Kharsi is a village located in Chakrata tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Chakrata (tehsildar office) and 136km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Kharsi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharsi unique in its vibrant Chakrata-Dehradun region. You’ll see Kharsi’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 Kharsi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharsi is 044636. The village spans a total geographical area of 1178.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248124. Chakrata is nearest town to Kharsi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
Google Map of Kharsi
Population of Kharsi
According to the 2011 Census, Kharsi has a total population of about 1,155, with approximately 610 males and 545 females. The sex ratio is around 893 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 207 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 333 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 749. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.04%, with male literacy at about 48.36% and female literacy near 32.84%. There are around 103 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharsi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,155 | 610 | 545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 99 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 333 | 176 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 749 | 394 | 355 |
| Literate Population | 474 | 295 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 681 | 315 | 366 |
Connectivity of Kharsi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharsi. As per the 2011 stats, Kharsi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharsi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharsi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharsi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharsi
- Where is Kharsi located?
- Kharsi village is situated in Chakrata Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharsi?
- Kharsi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kharsi?
- The pincode of Kharsi is 248124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharsi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharsi is 1,155, with 610 males and 545 females.
- How many households are there in Kharsi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharsi village has a total of 103 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharsi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharsi is 41.04%. The male literacy rate is 48.36%, while the female literacy rate is 32.84%.