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
According to the 2011 Census, Khawara village had a total population of 937 people, including 435 males and 502 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 1,154 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.68%, with male literacy at 90.49% and female literacy at 52.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 176.
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 | 937 | 435 | 502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 67 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 86 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 937, including 435 males and 502 females.
How many households are there in Khawara?
Khawara had 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khawara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khawara was 69.68%. Male literacy was 90.49% and female literacy was 52.67%.