Khanera - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Khanera is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Khaneda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanera is 040363. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.93 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Khanera 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 Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanera
According to the 2011 Census, Khanera village had a total population of 404 people, including 197 males and 207 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.55%, with male literacy at 89.09% and female literacy at 55.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47.
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 | 404 | 197 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 147 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 50 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Khanera
Khanera 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 Khanera
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khanera.
| 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 Barkot to Khanera is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Khanera is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanera 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khanera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khanera
Where is Khanera located?
Khanera village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khanera?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanera is Khaneda.
What is the pincode of Khanera?
The pincode of Khanera is 249141.
What is the population of Khanera?
Khanera had a total population of 404, including 197 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Khanera?
Khanera had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanera was 71.55%. Male literacy was 89.09% and female literacy was 55.11%.