Khand

Khand is a village located in Chiniyalisaur tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Chiniyalisaur (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Khand village is also a gram panchayat.

Khand has its own place in the vibrant Uttarkashi 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 Khand

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khand is 040671. The village spans a total geographical area of 116.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249126. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Khand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.

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Population of Khand

Below is a concise population overview of Khand as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 623 284 339
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 101 55 46
Scheduled Castes (SC) 275 131 144
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 394 218 176
Illiterate Population 229 66 163

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khand village:

  • The total population of Khand village is around 623, including approximately 284 males and 339 females, with a sex ratio of 1193 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 101 children aged 0–6 years in Khand village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khand village has 275 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Khand village is about 63.24%, with male literacy at 76.76% and female literacy at 51.92%.
  • There are around 114 households in Khand village.

Connectivity of Khand

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khand. As per the 2011 stats, Khand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Khand

Knowing the nearby villages of Khand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khand.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Khand

Where is Khand located?
Khand village is situated in Chiniyalisaur Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khand?
Khand serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Khand?
The pincode of Khand is 249126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khand is 623, with 284 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Khand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khand village has a total of 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khand as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khand is 63.24%. The male literacy rate is 76.76%, while the female literacy rate is 51.92%.