Khwir - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Khwir is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from Pauri and around 22 km from Pauri. Gehed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khwir village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khwir is 046016. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.99 hectares and falls under the 246176 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Khwir village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khwir
According to the 2011 Census, Khwir village had a total population of 55 people, including 21 males and 34 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,619 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.55%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 67.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 55 | 21 | 34 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 4 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Khwir
Khwir 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 Khwir
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khwir.
| 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 Pauri to Khwir is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khwir
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khwir 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khwir
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khwir village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khwir
Where is Khwir located?
Khwir village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khwir?
The Gram Panchayat of Khwir is Gehed.
What is the pincode of Khwir?
The pincode of Khwir is 246176.
What is the population of Khwir?
Khwir had a total population of 55, including 21 males and 34 females.
How many households are there in Khwir?
Khwir had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khwir?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khwir was 77.55%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 67.74%.