Kakhwari - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Kakhwari is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 20 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Kakhwari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kakhwari is 043903. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.25 hectares and falls under the 249145 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kakhwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kakhwari
As per Census 2011, Kakhwari village has a total population of 196 people, consisting of 86 males and 110 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,279 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 138 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kakhwari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 196 | 86 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 15 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 69 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 17 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Kakhwari
Kakhwari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dharkot | South-East | 1.03 km |
| Muhobat Khil | South-West | 1.07 km |
| Dhungali | North | 1.25 km |
| Chopariyal Gaon | East | 1.92 km |
| Churer Dhar | East | 2.31 km |
| Kuriyal Gaon | South | 2.41 km |
| Swari | South | 2.50 km |
| Pujaldi | West | 2.54 km |
| Saur | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Arogi | South-East | 2.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kakhwari
Public transport in the Kakhwari is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Chamba to Kakhwari is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kakhwari is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kakhwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kakhwari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kakhwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kakhwari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kakhwari
Where is Kakhwari located?
Kakhwari village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kakhwari?
Kakhwari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kakhwari?
The pincode of Kakhwari is 249145.
What is the population of Kakhwari?
Kakhwari has a total population of 196, including 86 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Kakhwari?
There are 52 households in Kakhwari.
What is the literacy rate in Kakhwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kakhwari is 70.41%. Male literacy is 80.23% and female literacy is 62.73%.