Khark - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Khark is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Devprayag and around 106 km from New Tehri. Khola (kadakot) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khark village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khark is 043305. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.55 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khark village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khark
According to the 2011 Census, Khark village had a total population of 227 people, including 99 males and 128 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,293 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.24%, with male literacy at 96.59% and female literacy at 59.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 227 | 99 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 85 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 14 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Khark
Khark 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 Khark
Khark is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kirtinagar to Khark is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Khark is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khark
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khark village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khark
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khark 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khark
Where is Khark located?
Khark village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khark?
The Gram Panchayat of Khark is Khola (kadakot).
What is the pincode of Khark?
The pincode of Khark is 249161.
What is the population of Khark?
Khark had a total population of 227, including 99 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Khark?
Khark had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khark?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khark was 75.24%. Male literacy was 96.59% and female literacy was 59.32%.