Khorti - Dalhousie, Chamba
Khorti is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Jiyunta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khorti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khorti is 007394. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town.
Khorti 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 Khorti
As per Census 2011, Khorti village has a total population of 75 people, consisting of 37 males and 38 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 48 literate and 27 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khorti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 11 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Khorti
Khorti 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 Khorti
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Khorti.
| 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 Chamba to Khorti is about 60 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 Khorti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khorti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khorti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khorti 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khorti
Where is Khorti located?
Khorti village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khorti?
The Gram Panchayat of Khorti is Jiyunta.
What is the pincode of Khorti?
The pincode of Khorti is 176303.
What is the population of Khorti?
Khorti has a total population of 75, including 37 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Khorti?
There are 12 households in Khorti.
What is the literacy rate in Khorti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khorti is 64.00%. Male literacy is 70.27% and female literacy is 57.89%.