Khaddar - Chaupal, Shimla
Khaddar is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Khaddar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaddar is 025551. The village covers a total geographical area of 415.7 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Khaddar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khaddar
According to the 2011 Census, Khaddar village had a total population of 691 people, including 350 males and 341 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.07%, with male literacy at 88.31% and female literacy at 67.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 167.
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 | 691 | 350 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 42 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 83 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 272 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 78 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Khaddar
Khaddar 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 Khaddar
Khaddar 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Khaddar is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khaddar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaddar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khaddar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaddar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khaddar
Where is Khaddar located?
Khaddar village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaddar?
Khaddar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khaddar?
The pincode of Khaddar is 171211.
What is the population of Khaddar?
Khaddar had a total population of 691, including 350 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Khaddar?
Khaddar had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaddar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaddar was 78.07%. Male literacy was 88.31% and female literacy was 67.35%.