Khirbel - Balganga, Tehri Garhwal
Khirbel 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. Khirvel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khirbel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirbel is 042782. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.18 hectares and falls under the 249125 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Khirbel 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 Khirbel
As per Census 2011, Khirbel village has a total population of 390 people, consisting of 152 males and 238 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 1,565 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 247 literate and 143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khirbel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 390 | 152 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 114 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 38 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Khirbel
Khirbel 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 Khirbel
Public transport in the Khirbel is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Srinagar to Khirbel is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Khirbel 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 Khirbel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirbel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khirbel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirbel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khirbel
Where is Khirbel located?
Khirbel village is located in Balganga Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khirbel?
The Gram Panchayat of Khirbel is Khirvel.
What is the pincode of Khirbel?
The pincode of Khirbel is 249125.
What is the population of Khirbel?
Khirbel has a total population of 390, including 152 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Khirbel?
There are 83 households in Khirbel.
What is the literacy rate in Khirbel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirbel is 63.33%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 55.88%.