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.
Here you can discover what makes Kharaya unique in its vibrant Kalsi-Dehradun region. You’ll see Kharaya’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kharaya has a total population of about 283, with approximately 154 males and 129 females. The sex ratio is around 837 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 27 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 17 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 261. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.48%, with male literacy at about 61.69% and female literacy near 48.06%. There are around 27 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharaya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.