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.
Kharanal has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Kharanal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kharanal village:
- The total population of Kharanal village is around 660, including approximately 361 males and 299 females, with a sex ratio of 828 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 54 children aged 0–6 years in Kharanal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kharanal village has 343 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 218 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kharanal village is about 79.39%, with male literacy at 83.66% and female literacy at 74.25%.
- There are around 158 households in Kharanal village.
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%.