Khola - Khundian, Kangra
Khola is a village situated in the Khundian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Nahlian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khola is 011027. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.77 hectares and falls under the 176030 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Khola 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 Khola
According to the 2011 Census, Khola village had a total population of 44 people, including 22 males and 22 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.62%, with male literacy at 94.74% and female literacy at 75.00%.
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 | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 4 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Khola
Khola 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 Khola
Public transport in the Khola is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Khola is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khola
Where is Khola located?
Khola village is located in Khundian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khola?
The Gram Panchayat of Khola is Nahlian.
What is the pincode of Khola?
The pincode of Khola is 176030.
What is the population of Khola?
Khola had a total population of 44, including 22 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Khola?
Khola had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khola was 84.62%. Male literacy was 94.74% and female literacy was 75.00%.