Kherwa - Kalsi, Dehradun
Kherwa is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Dou serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kherwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherwa is 044899. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.8 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kherwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kherwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kherwa village had a total population of 56 people, including 23 males and 33 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,435 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.64%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 56.
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 | 56 | 23 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 3 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 23 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 7 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Kherwa
Kherwa 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 Kherwa
Kherwa 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 <5 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 Kherwa is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Kherwa is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kherwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kherwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kherwa
Where is Kherwa located?
Kherwa village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kherwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kherwa is Dou.
What is the pincode of Kherwa?
The pincode of Kherwa is 248001.
What is the population of Kherwa?
Kherwa had a total population of 56, including 23 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Kherwa?
Kherwa had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kherwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherwa was 63.64%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 50.00%.