Khedmi - Mori, Uttarkashi
Khedmi is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Khedmi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khedmi is 040266. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.84 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Khedmi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khedmi
According to the 2011 Census, Khedmi village had a total population of 248 people, including 131 males and 117 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.48%, with male literacy at 92.52% and female literacy at 57.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42.
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 | 248 | 131 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 99 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 32 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Khedmi
Khedmi 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 Khedmi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khedmi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Barkot to Khedmi is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Khedmi is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khedmi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khedmi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khedmi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khedmi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khedmi
Where is Khedmi located?
Khedmi village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khedmi?
Khedmi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khedmi?
The pincode of Khedmi is 249185.
What is the population of Khedmi?
Khedmi had a total population of 248, including 131 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Khedmi?
Khedmi had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khedmi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khedmi was 75.48%. Male literacy was 92.52% and female literacy was 57.43%.