Kharsari Gaon - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Kharsari Gaon is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 77 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Kharsari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharsari Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharsari Gaon is 043129. The village covers a total geographical area of 181.32 hectares and falls under the 249192 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kharsari Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharsari Gaon
As per Census 2011, Kharsari Gaon village has a total population of 243 people, consisting of 101 males and 142 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,405 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 120 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharsari Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 243 | 101 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 40 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 63 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 38 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Kharsari Gaon
Kharsari Gaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bindua | South | 0.73 km |
| Ghandiyal | West | 0.73 km |
| Dikhol Gaon | North-East | 0.90 km |
| Manda | North-West | 1.09 km |
| Pant Gaon | South-East | 1.25 km |
| Bamana | North | 1.54 km |
| Tol | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Bhatkot | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Chamrara | South | 2.37 km |
| Marora | West | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kharsari Gaon
Kharsari Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Kharsari Gaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kharsari Gaon is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharsari Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharsari Gaon 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 Kharsari Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharsari Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kharsari Gaon
Where is Kharsari Gaon located?
Kharsari Gaon village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharsari Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharsari Gaon is Kharsari.
What is the pincode of Kharsari Gaon?
The pincode of Kharsari Gaon is 249192.
What is the population of Kharsari Gaon?
Kharsari Gaon has a total population of 243, including 101 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Kharsari Gaon?
There are 60 households in Kharsari Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kharsari Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharsari Gaon is 49.38%. Male literacy is 62.38% and female literacy is 40.14%.