Kharoon - Dharmpur, Mandi
Kharoon is a village situated in the Dharmpur tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Sidhpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharoon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharoon is 013656. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.1 hectares and falls under the 175051 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Kharoon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharoon
According to the 2011 Census, Kharoon village had a total population of 135 people, including 69 males and 66 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.97%, with male literacy at 81.13% and female literacy at 58.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86.
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 | 135 | 69 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 16 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 46 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 26 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Kharoon
Kharoon 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 Kharoon
Kharoon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Kharoon is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharoon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharoon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kharoon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharoon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kharoon
Where is Kharoon located?
Kharoon village is located in Dharmpur Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharoon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharoon is Sidhpur.
What is the pincode of Kharoon?
The pincode of Kharoon is 175051.
What is the population of Kharoon?
Kharoon had a total population of 135, including 69 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Kharoon?
Kharoon had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharoon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharoon was 68.97%. Male literacy was 81.13% and female literacy was 58.73%.