Khaddi - Dalhousie, Chamba
Khaddi is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Bailly serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaddi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaddi is 007389. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.73 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Khaddi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khaddi
As per Census 2011, Khaddi village has a total population of 319 people, consisting of 157 males and 162 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 227 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khaddi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 319 | 157 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 127 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 30 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Khaddi
Khaddi 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 Khaddi
Khaddi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalhousie to Khaddi is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Khaddi is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khaddi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaddi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khaddi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaddi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khaddi
Where is Khaddi located?
Khaddi village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaddi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaddi is Bailly.
What is the pincode of Khaddi?
The pincode of Khaddi is 176303.
What is the population of Khaddi?
Khaddi has a total population of 319, including 157 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Khaddi?
There are 63 households in Khaddi.
What is the literacy rate in Khaddi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaddi is 71.16%. Male literacy is 80.89% and female literacy is 61.73%.