Kharwan
About Kharwan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kharwan village is 040498. Kharwan village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 89.3 hectares. Kharwan has a total population of 305 peoples, out of which male population is 162 while female population is 143. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 882 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kharwan village is 63.93% out of which 72.84% males and 53.85% females are literate. There are about 67 houses in kharwan village. Pincode of kharwan village locality is 249193.
When it comes to administration, Kharwan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kharwan village comes under Gangotri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency. Uttarkashi is nearest town to kharwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Kharwan
The population details of Kharwan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 305 | 162 | 143 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 93 | 49 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 195 | 118 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 44 | 66 |
Connectivity of Kharwan
| 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 |
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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%.