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.
Here you can discover what makes Karkheri unique in its vibrant Ghansali-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Karkheri’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Karkheri
Population of Karkheri
According to the 2011 Census, Karkheri has a total population of about 720, with approximately 323 males and 397 females. The sex ratio is around 1229 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 123 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 404 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.53%, with male literacy at about 64.71% and female literacy near 49.87%. There are around 150 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karkheri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.