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
As per Census 2011, Khari village has a total population of 139 people, consisting of 80 males and 59 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 737 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 95 literate and 44 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 129 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khari are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 139, including 80 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Khari?
There are 20 households in Khari.
What is the literacy rate in Khari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khari is 68.35%. Male literacy is 78.75% and female literacy is 54.24%.