Dharat - Kotkhai, Shimla
Dharat is a village situated in the Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Purag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharat is 026200. The village covers a total geographical area of 3.51 hectares and falls under the 171202 pincode. Kotkhai is the nearest town.
Dharat 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.
Nearby Villages of Dharat
Dharat 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 Dharat
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dharat.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Dharat is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharat 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dharat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharat 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 Dharat
Where is Dharat located?
Dharat village is located in Kotkhai Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharat?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharat is Purag.
What is the pincode of Dharat?
The pincode of Dharat is 171202.