Khateli - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Khateli 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 65 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Nausabagi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khateli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khateli is 043204. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.88 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khateli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khateli
According to the 2011 Census, Khateli village had a total population of 119 people, including 44 males and 75 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,705 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.22%, with male literacy at 78.05% and female literacy at 55.88%.
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 | 119 | 44 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 12 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Khateli
Khateli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rasoli | North-East | 0.72 km |
| Sisai | South-East | 0.96 km |
| Gurai | North-West | 0.99 km |
| Jogiyana | West | 1.73 km |
| Puldiyana | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Surari | South | 1.77 km |
| Mathiyan Gaon | East | 1.82 km |
| Arota | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Pabela | North | 2.00 km |
| Pharaswan Gaon | South-East | 2.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khateli
Khateli 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 37.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Khateli is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Khateli is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khateli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khateli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khateli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khateli 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 Khateli
Where is Khateli located?
Khateli village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khateli?
The Gram Panchayat of Khateli is Nausabagi.
What is the pincode of Khateli?
The pincode of Khateli is 249122.
What is the population of Khateli?
Khateli had a total population of 119, including 44 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Khateli?
Khateli had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khateli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khateli was 64.22%. Male literacy was 78.05% and female literacy was 55.88%.