Khodla - Fatehpur, Kangra
Khodla is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Machhot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khodla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khodla is 009009. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.1 hectares and falls under the 176025 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Khodla 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 Khodla
According to the 2011 Census, Khodla village had a total population of 128 people, including 58 males and 70 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,207 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.04%, with male literacy at 64.00% and female literacy at 60.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 106.
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 | 128 | 58 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 50 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 32 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 26 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Khodla
Khodla 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 Khodla
Khodla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Khodla is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khodla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khodla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khodla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khodla 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khodla
Where is Khodla located?
Khodla village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khodla?
The Gram Panchayat of Khodla is Machhot.
What is the pincode of Khodla?
The pincode of Khodla is 176025.
What is the population of Khodla?
Khodla had a total population of 128, including 58 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Khodla?
Khodla had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khodla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khodla was 62.04%. Male literacy was 64.00% and female literacy was 60.34%.