Khandraiwala - Rishikesh, Dehradun
Khandraiwala is a village situated in the Rishikesh tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rishikesh and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Khand Raiwala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khandraiwala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandraiwala is 045353. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khandraiwala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rishikesh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khandraiwala
According to the 2011 Census, Khandraiwala village had a total population of 1,421 people, including 742 males and 679 females, living in 334 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.40%, with male literacy at 94.99% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 1,421 | 742 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 83 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,082 | 626 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 116 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Khandraiwala
Khandraiwala 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 Khandraiwala
Khandraiwala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Khandraiwala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rishikesh to Khandraiwala is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Khandraiwala is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandraiwala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandraiwala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khandraiwala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandraiwala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khandraiwala
Where is Khandraiwala located?
Khandraiwala village is located in Rishikesh Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khandraiwala?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandraiwala is Khand Raiwala.
What is the pincode of Khandraiwala?
The pincode of Khandraiwala is 248001.
What is the population of Khandraiwala?
Khandraiwala had a total population of 1,421, including 742 males and 679 females.
How many households are there in Khandraiwala?
Khandraiwala had 334 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandraiwala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandraiwala was 85.40%. Male literacy was 94.99% and female literacy was 75.00%.