Kharaya
Kharaya is a village located in Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 36km away from sub-district headquarter Kalsi (tehsildar office) and 88km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Kharaya village is also a gram panchayat.
Kharaya has its own place in the vibrant Dehradun region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kharaya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharaya is 044878. The village spans a total geographical area of 136.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248196. Vikasnagar is nearest town to Kharaya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
Google Map of Kharaya
Population of Kharaya
Below is a concise population overview of Kharaya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 283 | 154 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 261 | 142 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 95 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 59 | 67 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kharaya village:
- The total population of Kharaya village is around 283, including approximately 154 males and 129 females, with a sex ratio of 837 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 27 children aged 0–6 years in Kharaya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kharaya village has 17 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 261 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kharaya village is about 55.48%, with male literacy at 61.69% and female literacy at 48.06%.
- There are around 27 households in Kharaya village.
Connectivity of Kharaya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharaya. As per the 2011 stats, Kharaya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharaya
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharaya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharaya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharaya
- Where is Kharaya located?
- Kharaya village is situated in Kalsi Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharaya?
- Kharaya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kharaya?
- The pincode of Kharaya is 248196, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharaya is 283, with 154 males and 129 females.
- How many households are there in Kharaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharaya village has a total of 27 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharaya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharaya is 55.48%. The male literacy rate is 61.69%, while the female literacy rate is 48.06%.