Khurik
Khurik is a village located in Spiti tehsil of Lahul & Spiti district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 174km away from district headquarter Kaza. Kaza is the sub-district headquarter of Khurik village. As per 2009 stats, Khurik village is also a gram panchayat.
Khurik has its own place in the vibrant Lahul & Spiti region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khurik
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khurik is 012515. The village spans a total geographical area of 274.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172114. Manali is nearest town to Khurik village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Khurik
Population of Khurik
Below is a concise population overview of Khurik as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 159 | 75 | 84 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 64 | 73 |
Literate Population | 105 | 57 | 48 |
Illiterate Population | 54 | 18 | 36 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khurik village:
- The total population of Khurik village is around 159, including approximately 75 males and 84 females, with a sex ratio of 1120 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 21 children aged 0–6 years in Khurik village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khurik village has 21 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 137 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khurik village is about 66.04%, with male literacy at 76.00% and female literacy at 57.14%.
- There are around 41 households in Khurik village.
Connectivity of Khurik
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khurik. As per the 2011 stats, Khurik 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 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khurik
Knowing the nearby villages of Khurik helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khurik.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khurik
- Where is Khurik located?
- Khurik village is situated in Spiti Tehsil, within the Lahul & Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khurik?
- Khurik serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khurik?
- The pincode of Khurik is 172114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khurik as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khurik is 159, with 75 males and 84 females.
- How many households are there in Khurik as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khurik village has a total of 41 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khurik as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khurik is 66.04%. The male literacy rate is 76.00%, while the female literacy rate is 57.14%.