Kharmasa - Kashipur, Udham Singh Nagar
Kharmasa is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Kharmasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharmasa is 055675. The village covers a total geographical area of 402.01 hectares and falls under the 244713 pincode. Kashipur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Kharmasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharmasa
According to the 2011 Census, Kharmasa village had a total population of 1,287 people, including 648 males and 639 females, living in 254 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.34%, with male literacy at 81.37% and female literacy at 71.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 313.
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 | 1,287 | 648 | 639 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 79 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 155 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 852 | 463 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 185 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Kharmasa
Kharmasa 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 Kharmasa
Kharmasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kharmasa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kashipur to Kharmasa is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Kharmasa is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharmasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharmasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kharmasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharmasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kharmasa
Where is Kharmasa located?
Kharmasa village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharmasa?
Kharmasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kharmasa?
The pincode of Kharmasa is 244713.
What is the population of Kharmasa?
Kharmasa had a total population of 1,287, including 648 males and 639 females.
How many households are there in Kharmasa?
Kharmasa had 254 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharmasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharmasa was 76.34%. Male literacy was 81.37% and female literacy was 71.12%.