Khadar

Khadar is a village located in Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 118km away from district headquarter Chaupal. Chaupal is the sub-district headquarter of Khadar village. As per 2009 stats, Khaddar is the gram panchayat of Khadar village.

Here you can discover what makes Khadar unique in its vibrant Chaupal-Shimla region. You’ll see Khadar’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 Khadar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khadar is 025551. The village spans a total geographical area of 415.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171211. Chaupal is nearest town to Khadar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Khadar 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 Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Khadar

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Population of Khadar

According to the 2011 Census, Khadar has a total population of about 691, with approximately 350 males and 341 females. The sex ratio is around 974 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 89 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 167 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.02%, with male literacy at about 77.71% and female literacy near 58.06%. There are around 127 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khadar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 691 350 341
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 89 42 47
Scheduled Castes (SC) 167 83 84
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 470 272 198
Illiterate Population 221 78 143

Connectivity of Khadar

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

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

Nearby Villages of Khadar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Khadar

Where is Khadar located?
Khadar village is situated in Chaupal Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khadar is Khaddar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khadar?
The pincode of Khadar is 171211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khadar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khadar is 691, with 350 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Khadar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khadar village has a total of 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khadar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khadar is 68.02%. The male literacy rate is 77.71%, while the female literacy rate is 58.06%.