Watkhem
Watkhem is a village 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.
Watkhem has its own place in the vibrant Tehri Garhwal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Watkhem
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Watkhem is 044038. The village spans a total geographical area of 90.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249199. Tehri is nearest town to Watkhem village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Watkhem village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Watkhem
Population of Watkhem
Below is a concise population overview of Watkhem as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 220 | 110 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 151 | 86 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 24 | 45 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Watkhem village:
- The total population of Watkhem village is around 220, including approximately 110 males and 110 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 20 children aged 0–6 years in Watkhem village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Watkhem village has 15 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Watkhem village is about 68.64%, with male literacy at 78.18% and female literacy at 59.09%.
- There are around 52 households in Watkhem village.
Connectivity of Watkhem
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Watkhem. As per the 2011 stats, Watkhem had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Watkhem
Knowing the nearby villages of Watkhem helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Watkhem.
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%.