Kharota - Dharmsala, Kangra
Kharota is a village situated in the Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Sounkni Da Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharota is 009583. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.81 hectares and falls under the 176218 pincode. Dharmsala is the nearest town.
Kharota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharamshala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharota
As per Census 2011, Kharota village has a total population of 857 people, consisting of 454 males and 403 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 575 literate and 282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 651 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 857 | 454 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 53 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 651 | 337 | 314 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 575 | 326 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 128 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Kharota
Kharota 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 Kharota
Kharota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Kharota has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Kharota is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kharota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kharota
Where is Kharota located?
Kharota village is located in Dharmsala Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharota?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharota is Sounkni Da Kot.
What is the pincode of Kharota?
The pincode of Kharota is 176218.
What is the population of Kharota?
Kharota has a total population of 857, including 454 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Kharota?
There are 183 households in Kharota.
What is the literacy rate in Kharota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharota is 67.09%. Male literacy is 71.81% and female literacy is 61.79%.