Khand Birkot - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Khand Birkot is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 77 km from Tehri and around 77 km from New Tehri. Khand-birkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khand Birkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khand Birkot is 043755. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.22 hectares and falls under the 249132 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Khand Birkot 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 Khand Birkot
As per Census 2011, Khand Birkot village has a total population of 381 people, consisting of 182 males and 199 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 222 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 238 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khand Birkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 381 | 182 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 113 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 118 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 64 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Khand Birkot
Khand Birkot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramol Gaoa | North-West | 1.00 km |
| Nawa Gaon | South-West | 1.01 km |
| Kausal | South | 1.23 km |
| Chham | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Sainsari | West | 1.39 km |
| Kumrada | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Ramol Sari | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Jogiyara | East | 2.06 km |
| Biriyani | East | 2.22 km |
| Lawani | West | 2.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khand Birkot
Khand Birkot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Khand Birkot is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Khand Birkot is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khand Birkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khand Birkot 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Khand Birkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khand Birkot 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 Khand Birkot
Where is Khand Birkot located?
Khand Birkot village is located in Kandisaur Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khand Birkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Khand Birkot is Khand-birkot.
What is the pincode of Khand Birkot?
The pincode of Khand Birkot is 249132.
What is the population of Khand Birkot?
Khand Birkot has a total population of 381, including 182 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Khand Birkot?
There are 89 households in Khand Birkot.
What is the literacy rate in Khand Birkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khand Birkot is 58.27%. Male literacy is 64.84% and female literacy is 52.26%.