Karkheri
Karkheri is a village located in Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Ghansali (tehsildar office) and 87km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Karkhedi is the gram panchayat of Karkheri village.
Karkheri has its own place in the vibrant Tehri Garhwal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Karkheri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkheri is 042998. The village spans a total geographical area of 69.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249155. Tehri is nearest town to Karkheri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 87km away.
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Population of Karkheri
Below is a concise population overview of Karkheri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 720 | 323 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 67 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 404 | 183 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 407 | 209 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 114 | 199 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karkheri village:
- The total population of Karkheri village is around 720, including approximately 323 males and 397 females, with a sex ratio of 1229 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 123 children aged 0–6 years in Karkheri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karkheri village has 404 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Karkheri village is about 56.53%, with male literacy at 64.71% and female literacy at 49.87%.
- There are around 150 households in Karkheri village.
Connectivity of Karkheri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkheri. As per the 2011 stats, Karkheri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karkheri
Knowing the nearby villages of Karkheri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkheri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karkheri
- Where is Karkheri located?
- Karkheri village is situated in Ghansali Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karkheri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karkheri is Karkhedi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karkheri?
- The pincode of Karkheri is 249155, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karkheri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkheri is 720, with 323 males and 397 females.
- How many households are there in Karkheri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karkheri village has a total of 150 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karkheri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkheri is 56.53%. The male literacy rate is 64.71%, while the female literacy rate is 49.87%.