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.
Here you can discover what makes Kharwan unique in its vibrant Dunda-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Kharwan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Kharwan has a total population of about 305, with approximately 162 males and 143 females. The sex ratio is around 882 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 42 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 93 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.93%, with male literacy at about 72.84% and female literacy near 53.85%. There are around 67 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.