Khand
About Khand
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Khand village is 040333. Khand village is located in Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Barkot (tehsildar office) and 131km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Masalgaon is the gram panchayat of Khand village.
The total geographical area of village is 95.44 hectares. Khand has a total population of 297 peoples, out of which male population is 141 while female population is 156. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1106 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of khand village is 60.94% out of which 75.18% males and 48.08% females are literate. There are about 57 houses in khand village. Pincode of khand village locality is 249141.
When it comes to administration, Khand 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, Khand village comes under Purola Vidhan Sabha constituency & Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency. Barkot is nearest town to khand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Khand
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 297 | 141 | 156 |
| Children (0-6) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 93 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 181 | 106 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 35 | 81 |
Connectivity of Khand
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khand
Frequently Asked Questions about Khand
Where is Khand located?
Khand village is situated in Rajgarhi Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khand?
The Gram Panchayat of Khand is Masalgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khand?
The pincode of Khand is 249141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khand is 297, with 141 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Khand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khand village has a total of 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khand as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khand is 60.94%. The male literacy rate is 75.18%, while the female literacy rate is 48.08%.