Khawara - Balganga, Tehri Garhwal
Khawara is a village situated in the Balganga tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from Ghansali and around 93 km from New Tehri. Khawara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khawara is 042773. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.3 hectares and falls under the 249125 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Khawara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khawara
As per Census 2011, Khawara village has a total population of 937 people, consisting of 435 males and 502 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 1,154 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 570 literate and 367 illiterate residents. Additionally, 176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khawara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 937 | 435 | 502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 67 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 86 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 570 | 333 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 102 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Khawara
Khawara 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 Khawara
Public transport in the Khawara 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 Srinagar to Khawara is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Khawara is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khawara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khawara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khawara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khawara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khawara
Where is Khawara located?
Khawara village is located in Balganga Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khawara?
Khawara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khawara?
The pincode of Khawara is 249125.
What is the population of Khawara?
Khawara has a total population of 937, including 435 males and 502 females.
How many households are there in Khawara?
There are 212 households in Khawara.
What is the literacy rate in Khawara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khawara is 60.83%. Male literacy is 76.55% and female literacy is 47.21%.