Homte
Homte is a village located in Nichar tehsil of Kinnaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 70km away from district headquarter Bhawanagar. Bhawanagar is the sub-district headquarter of Homte village. As per 2009 stats, Kafnoo is the gram panchayat of Homte village.
Here you can discover what makes Homte unique in its vibrant Nichar-Kinnaur region. You’ll see Homte’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 Homte
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Homte is 027115. The village spans a total geographical area of 220 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172118. Rampur is nearest town to Homte village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Homte
Population of Homte
According to the 2011 Census, Homte has a total population of about 160, with approximately 78 males and 82 females. The sex ratio is around 1051 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 20 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 143. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.00%, with male literacy at about 82.05% and female literacy near 68.29%. There are around 36 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Homte's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 160 | 78 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 143 | 68 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 64 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 14 | 26 |
Connectivity of Homte
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Homte. As per the 2011 stats, Homte had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Homte
Knowing the nearby villages of Homte helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Homte.
Frequently Asked Questions about Homte
- Where is Homte located?
- Homte village is situated in Nichar Tehsil, within the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Homte?
- The Gram Panchayat of Homte is Kafnoo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Homte?
- The pincode of Homte is 172118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Homte as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Homte is 160, with 78 males and 82 females.
- How many households are there in Homte as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Homte village has a total of 36 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Homte as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Homte is 75.00%. The male literacy rate is 82.05%, while the female literacy rate is 68.29%.