Khemara - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Khemara is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 13 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Khemra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khemara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khemara is 043973. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.44 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khemara 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 Khemara
According to the 2011 Census, Khemara village had a total population of 74 people, including 31 males and 43 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,387 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.36%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 76.92%.
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 | 74 | 31 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 4 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Khemara
Khemara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhilor Gaon | South | 0.61 km |
| Shoklpur | South-East | 0.68 km |
| Bhaintogi Sera | West | 0.73 km |
| Tudi | North-West | 1.01 km |
| Chokhala | North | 1.70 km |
| Koti | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Painula Malla | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Kemsari | West | 1.94 km |
| Kond | North | 1.95 km |
| Mahar | South | 2.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khemara
Public transport in the Khemara is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Khemara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Khemara is about 13 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 Khemara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khemara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khemara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khemara 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 Khemara
Where is Khemara located?
Khemara village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khemara?
The Gram Panchayat of Khemara is Khemra.
What is the pincode of Khemara?
The pincode of Khemara is 249001.
What is the population of Khemara?
Khemara had a total population of 74, including 31 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Khemara?
Khemara had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khemara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khemara was 86.36%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 76.92%.