Kharwan
Kharwan is a village located in Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Dunda (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Kharwan village is also a gram panchayat.
Kharwan 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 Kharwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharwan is 040498. The village spans a total geographical area of 89.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249193. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Kharwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kharwan 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 Gangotri 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 Kharwan
Population of Kharwan
Below is a concise population overview of Kharwan 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 | 305 | 162 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 49 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 195 | 118 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 44 | 66 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kharwan village:
- The total population of Kharwan village is around 305, including approximately 162 males and 143 females, with a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 42 children aged 0–6 years in Kharwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kharwan village has 93 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Kharwan village is about 63.93%, with male literacy at 72.84% and female literacy at 53.85%.
- There are around 67 households in Kharwan village.
Connectivity of Kharwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharwan. As per the 2011 stats, Kharwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharwan
- Where is Kharwan located?
- Kharwan village is situated in Dunda Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharwan?
- Kharwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kharwan?
- The pincode of Kharwan is 249193, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharwan is 305, with 162 males and 143 females.
- How many households are there in Kharwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharwan village has a total of 67 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharwan is 63.93%. The male literacy rate is 72.84%, while the female literacy rate is 53.85%.