Kharoti - Rakkar, Kangra
Kharoti is a village situated in the Rakkar tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Rakkar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharoti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharoti is 010753. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.03 hectares and falls under the 177043 pincode. Nadaun is the nearest town.
Kharoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharoti
According to the 2011 Census, Kharoti village had a total population of 185 people, including 88 males and 97 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,102 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.75%, with male literacy at 97.33% and female literacy at 90.59%.
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 | 185 | 88 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 73 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 15 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Kharoti
Kharoti 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 Kharoti
Kharoti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Kharoti is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharoti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kharoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharoti 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kharoti
Where is Kharoti located?
Kharoti village is located in Rakkar Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kharoti?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharoti is Rakkar.
What is the pincode of Kharoti?
The pincode of Kharoti is 177043.
What is the population of Kharoti?
Kharoti had a total population of 185, including 88 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Kharoti?
Kharoti had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharoti was 93.75%. Male literacy was 97.33% and female literacy was 90.59%.