Kharida - Dalhousie, Chamba
Kharida is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Sherpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharida village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharida is 007439. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.09 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kharida 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 Kharida
According to the 2011 Census, Kharida village had a total population of 120 people, including 59 males and 61 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.55%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 60.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 120 | 59 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 42 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 17 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Kharida
Kharida 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 Kharida
Kharida 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 Kharida is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Kharida is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharida
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharida village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kharida
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharida 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kharida
Where is Kharida located?
Kharida village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharida?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharida is Sherpur.
What is the pincode of Kharida?
The pincode of Kharida is 176303.
What is the population of Kharida?
Kharida had a total population of 120, including 59 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Kharida?
Kharida had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharida was 72.55%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 60.38%.