Khalota - Namhol, Bilaspur
Khalota is a village situated in the Namhol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Namhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalota is 019944. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 174032 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Khalota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khalota
As per Census 2011, Khalota village has a total population of 168 people, consisting of 82 males and 86 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 126 literate and 42 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khalota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 168 | 82 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 70 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 12 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Khalota
Khalota 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 Khalota
Khalota is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Bilaspur to Khalota is about 22 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 Khalota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khalota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalota 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khalota
Where is Khalota located?
Khalota village is located in Namhol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalota?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalota is Namhol.
What is the pincode of Khalota?
The pincode of Khalota is 174032.
What is the population of Khalota?
Khalota has a total population of 168, including 82 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Khalota?
There are 30 households in Khalota.
What is the literacy rate in Khalota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalota is 75.00%. Male literacy is 85.37% and female literacy is 65.12%.