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
As per Census 2011, Kharida village has a total population of 120 people, consisting of 59 males and 61 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 74 literate and 46 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharida are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 120 | 59 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| 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 has a total population of 120, including 59 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Kharida?
There are 23 households in Kharida.
What is the literacy rate in Kharida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharida is 61.67%. Male literacy is 71.19% and female literacy is 52.46%.