Khilgran - Bhalai, Chamba
Khilgran is a village situated in the Bhalai tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Kanged serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khilgran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khilgran is 007299. The village covers a total geographical area of 140 hectares and falls under the 176325 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Khilgran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khilgran
According to the 2011 Census, Khilgran village had a total population of 165 people, including 86 males and 79 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.71%, with male literacy at 88.00% and female literacy at 48.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 165 | 86 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 66 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 20 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Khilgran
Khilgran 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 Khilgran
Khilgran is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dalhousie to Khilgran is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Khilgran is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khilgran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khilgran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khilgran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khilgran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khilgran
Where is Khilgran located?
Khilgran village is located in Bhalai Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khilgran?
The Gram Panchayat of Khilgran is Kanged.
What is the pincode of Khilgran?
The pincode of Khilgran is 176325.
What is the population of Khilgran?
Khilgran had a total population of 165, including 86 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Khilgran?
Khilgran had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khilgran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khilgran was 68.71%. Male literacy was 88.00% and female literacy was 48.61%.