Watkhem - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Watkhem is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 12 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Watkhem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watkhem is 044038. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.33 hectares and falls under the 249145 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Watkhem 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 Watkhem
According to the 2011 Census, Watkhem village had a total population of 220 people, including 110 males and 110 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.50%, with male literacy at 87.76% and female literacy at 63.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 220 | 110 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 86 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 24 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Watkhem
Watkhem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lamkot | South-East | 1.00 km |
| Pasi | North-East | 1.04 km |
| Gajana Madhe Mungaiya Chak | North-West | 1.05 km |
| Badon Gaon | South | 1.13 km |
| Kandakholi | East | 1.48 km |
| Budhogi | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Bheturi | North-West | 1.64 km |
| Kemwal Gaon | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Kot Medhe Lalasi Chak | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Bhauri | South-East | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Watkhem
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Watkhem. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.4 km.
| 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 Tehri to Watkhem is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Watkhem is about 12 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 Watkhem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watkhem 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Watkhem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Watkhem village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Watkhem
Where is Watkhem located?
Watkhem village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Watkhem?
Watkhem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Watkhem?
The pincode of Watkhem is 249145.
What is the population of Watkhem?
Watkhem had a total population of 220, including 110 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Watkhem?
Watkhem had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Watkhem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watkhem was 75.50%. Male literacy was 87.76% and female literacy was 63.73%.