Khaprona - Chaupal, Shimla
Khaprona is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Matal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaprona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaprona is 025408. The village covers a total geographical area of 192.69 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Khaprona 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 Khaprona
According to the 2011 Census, Khaprona village had a total population of 217 people, including 108 males and 109 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 87.10% and female literacy at 63.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 188.
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 | 217 | 108 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 93 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 81 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 27 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Khaprona
Khaprona 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 Khaprona
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khaprona.
| 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 Khaprona is about 120 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 Khaprona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaprona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khaprona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaprona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khaprona
Where is Khaprona located?
Khaprona village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaprona?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaprona is Matal.
What is the pincode of Khaprona?
The pincode of Khaprona is 171211.
What is the population of Khaprona?
Khaprona had a total population of 217, including 108 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Khaprona?
Khaprona had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaprona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaprona was 75.00%. Male literacy was 87.10% and female literacy was 63.64%.