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
According to the 2011 Census, Khirbel village had a total population of 390 people, including 152 males and 238 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,566 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.39%, with male literacy at 88.37% and female literacy at 61.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 390 | 152 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 390, including 152 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Khirbel?
Khirbel had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khirbel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirbel was 71.39%. Male literacy was 88.37% and female literacy was 61.29%.