Okhroo - Dhami, Shimla
Okhroo is a village situated in the Dhami tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Shimla. Okhru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Okhroo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Okhroo is 024227. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.4 hectares and falls under the 171103 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Okhroo 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 Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Okhroo
According to the 2011 Census, Okhroo village had a total population of 108 people, including 52 males and 56 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.41%, with male literacy at 91.49% and female literacy at 69.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 108 | 52 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 9 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Okhroo
Okhroo 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 Okhroo
Okhroo 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 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 Okhroo is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Okhroo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Okhroo 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 Okhroo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Okhroo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Okhroo
Where is Okhroo located?
Okhroo village is located in Dhami Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Okhroo?
The Gram Panchayat of Okhroo is Okhru.
What is the pincode of Okhroo?
The pincode of Okhroo is 171103.
What is the population of Okhroo?
Okhroo had a total population of 108, including 52 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Okhroo?
Okhroo had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Okhroo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Okhroo was 79.41%. Male literacy was 91.49% and female literacy was 69.09%.