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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Khalota village had a total population of 168 people, including 82 males and 86 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.50%, with male literacy at 97.22% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 168 | 82 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 168, including 82 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Khalota?
Khalota had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalota was 87.50%. Male literacy was 97.22% and female literacy was 77.78%.