Khera Malla - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Khera Malla is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 83 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Khera Malla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khera Malla is 044236. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.89 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Khera Malla 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 Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khera Malla
According to the 2011 Census, Khera Malla village had a total population of 207 people, including 100 males and 107 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,070 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.76%, with male literacy at 86.59% and female literacy at 79.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 207 | 100 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 71 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 29 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Khera Malla
Khera Malla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maitoli Sera | North-East | 0.97 km |
| Bhuyasari | East | 1.13 km |
| Mundani | West | 1.16 km |
| Khera Talla | South-East | 1.27 km |
| Chak Pot | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Kuwa Lagga Mundani | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Anglar Sera | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Odars | North | 1.96 km |
| Thikmal Duguda | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Thatyur | South | 2.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khera Malla
Khera Malla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.6 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 Mussoorie to Khera Malla is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Khera Malla is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khera Malla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khera Malla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khera Malla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khera Malla 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khera Malla
Where is Khera Malla located?
Khera Malla village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khera Malla?
Khera Malla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khera Malla?
The pincode of Khera Malla is 249180.
What is the population of Khera Malla?
Khera Malla had a total population of 207, including 100 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Khera Malla?
Khera Malla had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khera Malla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khera Malla was 82.76%. Male literacy was 86.59% and female literacy was 79.35%.