Khatehr - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Khatehr is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Barmana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khatehr village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatehr is 019731. The village covers a total geographical area of 160 hectares and falls under the 174013 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Khatehr village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khatehr
According to the 2011 Census, Khatehr village had a total population of 1,866 people, including 979 males and 887 females, living in 538 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.62%, with male literacy at 95.27% and female literacy at 87.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 282, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,866 | 979 | 887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 69 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 147 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,563 | 867 | 696 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 112 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Khatehr
Khatehr 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 Khatehr
Khatehr is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Khatehr has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Khatehr is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatehr
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatehr village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khatehr
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatehr village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khatehr
Where is Khatehr located?
Khatehr village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khatehr?
The Gram Panchayat of Khatehr is Barmana.
What is the pincode of Khatehr?
The pincode of Khatehr is 174013.
What is the population of Khatehr?
Khatehr had a total population of 1,866, including 979 males and 887 females.
How many households are there in Khatehr?
Khatehr had 538 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khatehr?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatehr was 91.62%. Male literacy was 95.27% and female literacy was 87.44%.