Khariya - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Khariya is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Khariya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khariya is 042072. The village covers a total geographical area of 146.19 hectares and falls under the 246471 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Khariya 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 Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khariya
According to the 2011 Census, Khariya village had a total population of 574 people, including 291 males and 283 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.23%, with male literacy at 97.72% and female literacy at 80.54%.
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 | 574 | 291 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 257 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 34 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Khariya
Khariya 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 Khariya
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khariya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Khariya is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khariya 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khariya
Where is Khariya located?
Khariya village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khariya?
Khariya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khariya?
The pincode of Khariya is 246471.
What is the population of Khariya?
Khariya had a total population of 574, including 291 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Khariya?
Khariya had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khariya was 89.23%. Male literacy was 97.72% and female literacy was 80.54%.