Khandwal Gaon - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Khandwal Gaon is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 54 km from Narendra Nagar and around 56 km from New Tehri. Khandwalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khandwal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandwal Gaon is 044376. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.66 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Khandwal 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 Khandwal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Khandwal Gaon village had a total population of 182 people, including 87 males and 95 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,092 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.85%, with male literacy at 97.30% and female literacy at 60.71%.
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 | 182 | 87 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 72 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 15 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Khandwal Gaon
Khandwal Gaon 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 Khandwal Gaon
Khandwal Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Tehri to Khandwal Gaon is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Khandwal Gaon is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandwal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandwal Gaon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khandwal 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 Khandwal 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 Khandwal Gaon
Where is Khandwal Gaon located?
Khandwal Gaon village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandwal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandwal Gaon is Khandwalgaon.
What is the pincode of Khandwal Gaon?
The pincode of Khandwal Gaon is 249146.
What is the population of Khandwal Gaon?
Khandwal Gaon had a total population of 182, including 87 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Khandwal Gaon?
Khandwal Gaon had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandwal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandwal Gaon was 77.85%. Male literacy was 97.30% and female literacy was 60.71%.