Kharun

Kharun is a village located in Dharmpur tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 88km away from district headquarter Dharmpur. Dharmpur is the sub-district headquarter of Kharun village. As per 2009 stats, Sidhpur Dpr is the gram panchayat of Kharun village.

Kharun has its own place in the vibrant Mandi 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 Kharun

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharun is 013656. The village spans a total geographical area of 89.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175040. Sarkaghat is nearest town to Kharun village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kharun village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kharun

Below is a concise population overview of Kharun as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 135 69 66
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 19 16 3
Scheduled Castes (SC) 86 46 40
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 80 43 37
Illiterate Population 55 26 29

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kharun village:

  • The total population of Kharun village is around 135, including approximately 69 males and 66 females, with a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 19 children aged 0–6 years in Kharun village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kharun village has 86 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kharun village is about 59.26%, with male literacy at 62.32% and female literacy at 56.06%.
  • There are around 32 households in Kharun village.

Connectivity of Kharun

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharun. As per the 2011 stats, Kharun had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kharun

Knowing the nearby villages of Kharun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharun.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kharun

Where is Kharun located?
Kharun village is situated in Dharmpur Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharun?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharun is Sidhpur Dpr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kharun?
The pincode of Kharun is 175040, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kharun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharun is 135, with 69 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Kharun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kharun village has a total of 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharun is 59.26%. The male literacy rate is 62.32%, while the female literacy rate is 56.06%.