Kharshali
Kharshali is a village located in Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 147km away from district headquarter Chirgaon. Chirgaon is the sub-district headquarter of Kharshali village. As per 2009 stats, Kharshali Bp is the gram panchayat of Kharshali village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharshali unique in its vibrant Chirgaon-Shimla region. You’ll see Kharshali’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 Kharshali
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharshali is 026679. The village spans a total geographical area of 187.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172120. Rohru is nearest town to Kharshali village for all major economic activities.
As per 2019 stats, Kharshali village comes under Shimla assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kharshali
Population of Kharshali
According to the 2011 Census, Kharshali has a total population of about 588, with approximately 308 males and 280 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 62 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 55 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 61.56%, with male literacy at about 69.48% and female literacy near 52.86%. There are around 102 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharshali's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 588 | 308 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 30 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 362 | 214 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 94 | 132 |
Connectivity of Kharshali
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharshali. As per the 2011 stats, Kharshali had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharshali
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharshali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharshali.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharshali
- Where is Kharshali located?
- Kharshali village is situated in Chirgaon Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharshali?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharshali is Kharshali Bp (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kharshali?
- The pincode of Kharshali is 172120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharshali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharshali is 588, with 308 males and 280 females.
- How many households are there in Kharshali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharshali village has a total of 102 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharshali as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharshali is 61.56%. The male literacy rate is 69.48%, while the female literacy rate is 52.86%.