Kehrian - Fatehpur, Kangra
Kehrian is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Bagdoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kehrian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kehrian is 008948. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.78 hectares and falls under the 176053 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Kehrian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kehrian
According to the 2011 Census, Kehrian village had a total population of 152 people, including 74 males and 78 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.07%, with male literacy at 98.41% and female literacy at 90.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 152 | 74 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 62 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 12 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Kehrian
Kehrian 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 Kehrian
Public transport in the Kehrian is mainly available through bus 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 Dharmsala to Kehrian is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kehrian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kehrian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kehrian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kehrian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kehrian
Where is Kehrian located?
Kehrian village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kehrian?
The Gram Panchayat of Kehrian is Bagdoli.
What is the pincode of Kehrian?
The pincode of Kehrian is 176053.
What is the population of Kehrian?
Kehrian had a total population of 152, including 74 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Kehrian?
Kehrian had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kehrian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kehrian was 94.07%. Male literacy was 98.41% and female literacy was 90.28%.