Kharota
Kharota is a village located in Jawali tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 78km away from district headquarter Jawali. Jawali is the sub-district headquarter of Kharota village. As per 2009 stats, Kharota village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharota unique in its vibrant Jawali-Kangra region. You’ll see Kharota’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kharota
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharota is 009147. The village spans a total geographical area of 123.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176023. Nurpur is nearest town to Kharota village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kharota village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jawali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kharota
Population of Kharota
According to the 2011 Census, Kharota has a total population of about 763, with approximately 379 males and 384 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 88 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 187 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.23%, with male literacy at about 78.89% and female literacy near 71.61%. There are around 162 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharota's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 763 | 379 | 384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 54 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 94 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 574 | 299 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 80 | 109 |
Connectivity of Kharota
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharota. As per the 2011 stats, Kharota had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharota
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharota helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharota.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharota
- Where is Kharota located?
- Kharota village is situated in Jawali Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharota?
- Kharota serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kharota?
- The pincode of Kharota is 176023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharota is 763, with 379 males and 384 females.
- How many households are there in Kharota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharota village has a total of 162 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharota as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharota is 75.23%. The male literacy rate is 78.89%, while the female literacy rate is 71.61%.