Khatwar - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Khatwar is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Devprayag and around 110 km from New Tehri. Ringolitalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khatwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatwar is 043405. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.7 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Khatwar 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 Khatwar
According to the 2011 Census, Khatwar village had a total population of 18 people, including 8 males and 10 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 60.00%.
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 | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 2 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Khatwar
Khatwar 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 Khatwar
Public transport in the Khatwar is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kirtinagar to Khatwar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Khatwar is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatwar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khatwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatwar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khatwar
Where is Khatwar located?
Khatwar village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khatwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khatwar is Ringolitalli.
What is the pincode of Khatwar?
The pincode of Khatwar is 249161.
What is the population of Khatwar?
Khatwar had a total population of 18, including 8 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Khatwar?
Khatwar had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khatwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatwar was 75.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 60.00%.