Kehri - Kotgarh, Shimla
Kehri is a village situated in the Kotgarh tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 77 km from Shimla. Madhawani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kehri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kehri is 023878. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 172031 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Kehri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kehri
According to the 2011 Census, Kehri village had a total population of 33 people, including 14 males and 19 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,357 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.86%, with male literacy at 72.73% and female literacy at 64.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 6 | 8 |
Transport and Connectivity of Kehri
Public transport in the Kehri is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Kehri is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kehri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kehri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kehri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kehri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kehri
Where is Kehri located?
Kehri village is located in Kotgarh Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kehri?
The Gram Panchayat of Kehri is Madhawani.
What is the pincode of Kehri?
The pincode of Kehri is 172031.
What is the population of Kehri?
Kehri had a total population of 33, including 14 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Kehri?
Kehri had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kehri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kehri was 67.86%. Male literacy was 72.73% and female literacy was 64.71%.