Khogacha - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Khogacha is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 68 km from Devprayag and around 118 km from New Tehri. Khongcha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khogacha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khogacha is 043411. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.61 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Khogacha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Khogacha
As per Census 2011, Khogacha village has a total population of 116 people, consisting of 39 males and 77 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 1,974 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 73 literate and 43 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khogacha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 116 | 39 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 3 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Khogacha
Khogacha 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 Khogacha
Public transport in the Khogacha is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kirtinagar to Khogacha is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Khogacha is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khogacha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khogacha 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khogacha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khogacha 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 Khogacha
Where is Khogacha located?
Khogacha village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khogacha?
The Gram Panchayat of Khogacha is Khongcha.
What is the pincode of Khogacha?
The pincode of Khogacha is 249161.
What is the population of Khogacha?
Khogacha has a total population of 116, including 39 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Khogacha?
There are 37 households in Khogacha.
What is the literacy rate in Khogacha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khogacha is 62.93%. Male literacy is 92.31% and female literacy is 48.05%.