Kharanal
Kharanal is a village located in Baijnath tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 52km away from district headquarter Baijnath. Baijnath is the sub-district headquarter of Kharanal village. As per 2009 stats, Kharnal is the gram panchayat of Kharanal village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharanal unique in its vibrant Baijnath-Kangra region. You’ll see Kharanal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kharanal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharanal is 011903. The village spans a total geographical area of 122.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176115. Palampur is nearest town to Kharanal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kharanal
Population of Kharanal
According to the 2011 Census, Kharanal has a total population of about 660, with approximately 361 males and 299 females. The sex ratio is around 828 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 54 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 343 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 218. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.39%, with male literacy at about 83.66% and female literacy near 74.25%. There are around 158 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharanal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 660 | 361 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 32 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 343 | 183 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 218 | 122 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 524 | 302 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 59 | 77 |
Connectivity of Kharanal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharanal. As per the 2011 stats, Kharanal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharanal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharanal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharanal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharanal
- Where is Kharanal located?
- Kharanal village is situated in Baijnath Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharanal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharanal is Kharnal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kharanal?
- The pincode of Kharanal is 176115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharanal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharanal is 660, with 361 males and 299 females.
- How many households are there in Kharanal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharanal village has a total of 158 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharanal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharanal is 79.39%. The male literacy rate is 83.66%, while the female literacy rate is 74.25%.