Khurmola - Pratapnagar, Tehri Garhwal
Khurmola is a village situated in the Pratapnagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratapnagar and around 115 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Khurmola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khurmola is 043437. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.82 hectares and falls under the 249165 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Khurmola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khurmola
As per Census 2011, Khurmola village has a total population of 400 people, consisting of 191 males and 209 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,094 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 233 literate and 167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khurmola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 400 | 191 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 233 | 146 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 45 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Khurmola
Khurmola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghorpur | North-West | 1.19 km |
| Garwan Gaon | South | 1.48 km |
| Khamakhal | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Mukhmal Gaon | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Silora | North | 2.29 km |
| Sirwani | South | 2.40 km |
| Matti | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Herwal Gaon | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Moliya | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Mastari | West | 2.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khurmola
Khurmola 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 44.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Uttarkashi to Khurmola is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Khurmola is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khurmola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khurmola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khurmola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khurmola 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khurmola
Where is Khurmola located?
Khurmola village is located in Pratapnagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khurmola?
Khurmola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khurmola?
The pincode of Khurmola is 249165.
What is the population of Khurmola?
Khurmola has a total population of 400, including 191 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Khurmola?
There are 74 households in Khurmola.
What is the literacy rate in Khurmola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khurmola is 58.25%. Male literacy is 76.44% and female literacy is 41.63%.