Kharu
About Kharu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kharu village is 025434. Kharu village is located in Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 104km away from district headquarter Chaupal. Chaupal is the sub-district headquarter of Kharu village. As per 2009 stats, Devat is the gram panchayat of Kharu village.
The total geographical area of village is 37.47 hectares. Kharu has a total population of 96 peoples, out of which male population is 54 while female population is 42. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 777 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kharu village is 82.29% out of which 90.74% males and 71.43% females are literate. There are about 18 houses in kharu village. Pincode of kharu village locality is 171211.
When it comes to administration, Kharu village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kharu village comes under Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Chaupal is nearest town to kharu village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kharu
The population details of Kharu cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 96 | 54 | 42 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 79 | 49 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 5 | 12 |
Connectivity of Kharu
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kharu
Where is Kharu located?
Kharu village is situated in Chaupal Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharu is Devat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kharu?
The pincode of Kharu is 171211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kharu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharu is 96, with 54 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Kharu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kharu village has a total of 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharu is 82.29%. The male literacy rate is 90.74%, while the female literacy rate is 71.43%.