Khouhla - Jawalamukhi, Kangra
Khouhla is a village situated in the Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kamlota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khouhla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khouhla is 010597. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.08 hectares and falls under the 176031 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Khouhla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khouhla
According to the 2011 Census, Khouhla village had a total population of 243 people, including 113 males and 130 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,150 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.44%, with male literacy at 94.85% and female literacy at 81.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 243 | 113 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 92 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 21 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Khouhla
Khouhla 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 Khouhla
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Khouhla is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Khouhla
Where is Khouhla located?
Khouhla village is located in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khouhla?
The Gram Panchayat of Khouhla is Kamlota.
What is the pincode of Khouhla?
The pincode of Khouhla is 176031.
What is the population of Khouhla?
Khouhla had a total population of 243, including 113 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Khouhla?
Khouhla had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khouhla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khouhla was 87.44%. Male literacy was 94.85% and female literacy was 81.36%.