Kharak Bhendi - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Kharak Bhendi is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 26 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Gwalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharak Bhendi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharak Bhendi is 043881. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.91 hectares and falls under the 249130 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Kharak Bhendi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pratapnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharak Bhendi
As per Census 2011, Kharak Bhendi village has a total population of 128 people, consisting of 63 males and 65 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 94 literate and 34 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharak Bhendi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 128 | 63 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 52 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 11 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Kharak Bhendi
Kharak Bhendi 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 Kharak Bhendi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kharak Bhendi.
| 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 Kharak Bhendi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kharak Bhendi is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharak Bhendi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharak Bhendi 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 Kharak Bhendi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharak Bhendi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kharak Bhendi
Where is Kharak Bhendi located?
Kharak Bhendi village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharak Bhendi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharak Bhendi is Gwalgaon.
What is the pincode of Kharak Bhendi?
The pincode of Kharak Bhendi is 249130.
What is the population of Kharak Bhendi?
Kharak Bhendi has a total population of 128, including 63 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Kharak Bhendi?
There are 25 households in Kharak Bhendi.
What is the literacy rate in Kharak Bhendi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharak Bhendi is 73.44%. Male literacy is 82.54% and female literacy is 64.62%.