Khamoli - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Khamoli is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 95 km from Tehri and around 95 km from New Tehri. Khamoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamoli is 043785. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.78 hectares and falls under the 249132 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Khamoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khamoli
According to the 2011 Census, Khamoli village had a total population of 204 people, including 123 males and 81 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 659 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.80%, with male literacy at 76.11% and female literacy at 70.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64.
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 | 204 | 123 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 86 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 37 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Khamoli
Khamoli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sendan | South-West | 1.08 km |
| Manjaruwal Gaon | North-East | 1.25 km |
| Dhamari | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Dandi | West | 1.28 km |
| Neri | South | 1.47 km |
| Koti Dobhalu Ki | South-East | 1.52 km |
| Echhoni | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Bagori | East | 1.87 km |
| Idiyan | North | 2.06 km |
| Wanda | West | 2.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khamoli
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khamoli. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Khamoli is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Khamoli is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khamoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khamoli
Where is Khamoli located?
Khamoli village is located in Kandisaur Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamoli?
Khamoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khamoli?
The pincode of Khamoli is 249132.
What is the population of Khamoli?
Khamoli had a total population of 204, including 123 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Khamoli?
Khamoli had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khamoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamoli was 73.80%. Male literacy was 76.11% and female literacy was 70.27%.