Khirsu is a small village about 15 km from Pauri town, with apple orchards and deodar forest. It is relatively quiet with a handful of homestays and a few hotels. Pauri offers a town base with views of the snow peaks on clear days.
About this page: Compiled from general knowledge and secondary sources. Distances and times are approximate and were not checked against an official page. Confirm road, permit and opening status before you travel.
Things to see
- Orchards and village walks. Easy walks through orchards and forest.
- Kyunkaleshwar Temple (Pauri). Hill temple above Pauri.
- Himalayan viewpoints. Views of snow peaks on clear days.
How to reach Khirsu and Pauri
By road
Khirsu is about 15 km from Pauri; Pauri is about 110-130 km from Rishikesh by road via Srinagar or Devprayag, around 4-5 hours.
By rail
Rishikesh or Kotdwar, then taxi.
By air
Jolly Grant Airport, then road.
Where to stay
Homestays and small resorts; book ahead in season.
Food
Home-cooked meals at homestays.
Budget
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Season and weather
Cold winters; monsoon fog.
Tips
- Mobile signal can be patchy; download maps offline.
- Check last-mile road conditions with your host.
Map
Approximate location at town level. Use an official or navigation map for exact directions.
Frequently asked questions
Is Khirsu good for remote work?
Network can be unreliable. Confirm Wi-Fi with your host before you plan remote work.
Sources and verification
Last reviewed 2026-10-25. Prices, opening dates, road status and permits change often. Confirm with an official source before you travel.