Khari - Kalsi, Dehradun
Khari is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Khadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khari is 044945. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.07 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Khari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khari
According to the 2011 Census, Khari village had a total population of 139 people, including 80 males and 59 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 738 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.52%, with male literacy at 85.14% and female literacy at 56.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 129.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 139 | 80 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 74 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 63 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 17 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Khari
Khari 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 Khari
Public transport in the Khari is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vikasnagar to Khari is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Khari is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khari 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 Khari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khari
Where is Khari located?
Khari village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khari?
The Gram Panchayat of Khari is Khadi.
What is the pincode of Khari?
The pincode of Khari is 248001.
What is the population of Khari?
Khari had a total population of 139, including 80 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Khari?
Khari had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khari was 72.52%. Male literacy was 85.14% and female literacy was 56.14%.