Khurmola - Dunda, Uttarkashi
Khurmola is a village situated in the Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dunda and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Khurmola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khurmola is 040543. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.19 hectares and falls under the 249152 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Khurmola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khurmola
According to the 2011 Census, Khurmola village had a total population of 726 people, including 342 males and 384 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 1,123 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.18%, with male literacy at 88.70% and female literacy at 60.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 256.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 726 | 342 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 50 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 125 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 454 | 259 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 83 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Khurmola
Khurmola 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 Khurmola
Khurmola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uttarkashi to Khurmola is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khurmola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khurmola 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khurmola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khurmola 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khurmola
Where is Khurmola located?
Khurmola village is located in Dunda Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khurmola?
Khurmola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khurmola?
The pincode of Khurmola is 249152.
What is the population of Khurmola?
Khurmola had a total population of 726, including 342 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Khurmola?
Khurmola had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khurmola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khurmola was 74.18%. Male literacy was 88.70% and female literacy was 60.94%.