Khand - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Khand is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 131 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Khand village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khand is 040333. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.44 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khand
According to the 2011 Census, Khand village had a total population of 297 people, including 141 males and 156 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,106 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.58%, with male literacy at 90.60% and female literacy at 58.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 192.
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 | 297 | 141 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 93 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 106 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 35 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Khand
Khand 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 Khand
Khand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Khand is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Khand is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khand 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khand 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 Khand
Where is Khand located?
Khand village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khand?
Khand is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khand?
The pincode of Khand is 249141.
What is the population of Khand?
Khand had a total population of 297, including 141 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Khand?
Khand had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khand was 73.58%. Male literacy was 90.60% and female literacy was 58.14%.