Kharaya - Kalsi, Dehradun
Kharaya is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Kharaya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharaya is 044878. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.86 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Kharaya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kharaya
As per Census 2011, Kharaya village has a total population of 283 people, consisting of 154 males and 129 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 837 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 157 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 261 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharaya are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kharaya
Kharaya 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 Kharaya
Kharaya 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 Vikasnagar to Kharaya is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Kharaya is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharaya 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 Kharaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharaya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kharaya
Where is Kharaya located?
Kharaya village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharaya?
Kharaya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kharaya?
The pincode of Kharaya is 248001.
What is the population of Kharaya?
Kharaya has a total population of 283, including 154 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Kharaya?
There are 27 households in Kharaya.
What is the literacy rate in Kharaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharaya is 55.48%. Male literacy is 61.69% and female literacy is 48.06%.