Karkheri - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Karkheri is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 87 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Karkhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karkheri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkheri is 042998. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.9 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 87 km away.
Karkheri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karkheri
As per Census 2011, Karkheri village has a total population of 720 people, consisting of 323 males and 397 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 1,229 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 407 literate and 313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 404 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karkheri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 720 | 323 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 67 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 404 | 183 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 407 | 209 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 114 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Karkheri
Karkheri 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 Karkheri
Karkheri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karkheri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Karkheri is about 87 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Karkheri is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karkheri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkheri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Karkheri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkheri 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karkheri
Where is Karkheri located?
Karkheri village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkheri?
The Gram Panchayat of Karkheri is Karkhedi.
What is the pincode of Karkheri?
The pincode of Karkheri is 249155.
What is the population of Karkheri?
Karkheri has a total population of 720, including 323 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Karkheri?
There are 150 households in Karkheri.
What is the literacy rate in Karkheri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkheri is 56.53%. Male literacy is 64.71% and female literacy is 49.87%.