Khabal - Chirgaon, Shimla
Khabal is a village situated in the Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Khabal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khabal is 026637. The village covers a total geographical area of 560 hectares and falls under the 171208 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Khabal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Khabal
According to the 2011 Census, Khabal village had a total population of 406 people, including 210 males and 196 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.33%, with male literacy at 91.76% and female literacy at 74.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 406 | 210 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 167 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 43 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Khabal
Khabal 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 Khabal
Khabal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Khabal is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khabal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khabal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khabal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khabal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khabal
Where is Khabal located?
Khabal village is located in Chirgaon Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khabal?
Khabal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khabal?
The pincode of Khabal is 171208.
What is the population of Khabal?
Khabal had a total population of 406, including 210 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Khabal?
Khabal had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khabal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khabal was 83.33%. Male literacy was 91.76% and female literacy was 74.42%.