Khand

Khand is a village located in Narendranagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 70km away from sub-district headquarter Narendra Nagar (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Khand village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Khand unique in its vibrant Narendranagar-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Khand’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Khand

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khand is 044387. The village spans a total geographical area of 233.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249146. Tehri is nearest town to Khand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.

When it comes to local governance, Khand village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Khand

According to the 2011 Census, Khand has a total population of about 327, with approximately 129 males and 198 females. The sex ratio is around 1534 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 44 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 85 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.30%, with male literacy at about 82.17% and female literacy near 51.01%. There are around 95 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khand's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 327 129 198
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 44 13 31
Scheduled Castes (SC) 85 35 50
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 207 106 101
Illiterate Population 120 23 97

Connectivity of Khand

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khand. As per the 2011 stats, Khand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Khand

Knowing the nearby villages of Khand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khand.

Frequently Asked Questions about Khand

Where is Khand located?
Khand village is situated in Narendranagar Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khand?
Khand serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Khand?
The pincode of Khand is 249146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khand is 327, with 129 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Khand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khand village has a total of 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khand as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khand is 63.30%. The male literacy rate is 82.17%, while the female literacy rate is 51.01%.