Khari Khal - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Khari Khal is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 19 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Kharikhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khari Khal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khari Khal is 043931. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.3 hectares and falls under the 249145 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khari Khal 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 Khari Khal
According to the 2011 Census, Khari Khal village had a total population of 213 people, including 90 males and 123 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,367 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.49%, with male literacy at 78.08% and female literacy at 58.93%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 213 | 90 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 57 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 33 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Khari Khal
Khari Khal 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 Khari Khal
Public transport in the Khari Khal is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Khari Khal is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Khari Khal is about 19 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 Khari Khal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khari Khal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khari Khal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khari Khal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khari Khal
Where is Khari Khal located?
Khari Khal village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khari Khal?
The Gram Panchayat of Khari Khal is Kharikhal.
What is the pincode of Khari Khal?
The pincode of Khari Khal is 249145.
What is the population of Khari Khal?
Khari Khal had a total population of 213, including 90 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Khari Khal?
Khari Khal had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khari Khal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khari Khal was 66.49%. Male literacy was 78.08% and female literacy was 58.93%.