Kharmasi - Kashipur, Udham Singh Nagar
Kharmasi is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Kharmasi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharmasi is 055647. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.61 hectares and falls under the 244713 pincode. Kashipur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kharmasi 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 Kharmasi
As per Census 2011, Kharmasi village has a total population of 1,106 people, consisting of 593 males and 513 females. The village has 208 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 634 literate and 472 illiterate residents. Additionally, 595 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharmasi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,106 | 593 | 513 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 89 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 595 | 314 | 281 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 634 | 380 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 213 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Kharmasi
Kharmasi 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 Kharmasi
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Kharmasi. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kharmasi.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kashipur to Kharmasi is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Kharmasi is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharmasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharmasi 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kharmasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharmasi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kharmasi
Where is Kharmasi located?
Kharmasi village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharmasi?
Kharmasi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kharmasi?
The pincode of Kharmasi is 244713.
What is the population of Kharmasi?
Kharmasi has a total population of 1,106, including 593 males and 513 females.
How many households are there in Kharmasi?
There are 208 households in Kharmasi.
What is the literacy rate in Kharmasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharmasi is 57.32%. Male literacy is 64.08% and female literacy is 49.51%.