Watkhem
About Watkhem
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Watkhem village is 044038. Watkhem village is located in Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Tehri (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Watkhem village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 90.33 hectares. Watkhem has a total population of 220 peoples, out of which male population is 110 while female population is 110. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of watkhem village is 68.64% out of which 78.18% males and 59.09% females are literate. There are about 52 houses in watkhem village. Pincode of watkhem village locality is 249199.
When it comes to administration, Watkhem village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Watkhem village comes under Tehri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency. Tehri is nearest town to watkhem village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Watkhem
The population details of Watkhem cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 220 | 110 | 110 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 151 | 86 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 24 | 45 |
Connectivity of Watkhem
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Watkhem
Where is Watkhem located?
Watkhem village is situated in Tehri Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Watkhem?
Watkhem serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Watkhem?
The pincode of Watkhem is 249199, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Watkhem as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Watkhem is 220, with 110 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Watkhem as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Watkhem village has a total of 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Watkhem as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Watkhem is 68.64%. The male literacy rate is 78.18%, while the female literacy rate is 59.09%.