Kharsara - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Kharsara is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 82 km from Narendra Nagar and around 82 km from New Tehri. Kharsara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharsara is 044586. The village covers a total geographical area of 212.96 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kharsara 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 Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharsara
According to the 2011 Census, Kharsara village had a total population of 594 people, including 251 males and 343 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 1,367 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.11%, with male literacy at 77.51% and female literacy at 51.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 213.
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 | 594 | 251 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 101 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 162 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 89 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Kharsara
Kharsara 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 Kharsara
Kharsara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Kharsara is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kharsara is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharsara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharsara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kharsara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharsara 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 Kharsara
Where is Kharsara located?
Kharsara village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kharsara?
Kharsara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kharsara?
The pincode of Kharsara is 249146.
What is the population of Kharsara?
Kharsara had a total population of 594, including 251 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Kharsara?
Kharsara had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharsara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharsara was 62.11%. Male literacy was 77.51% and female literacy was 51.49%.