Kharel
About Kharel
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kharel village is 026190. Kharel village is located in Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 60km away from district headquarter Kotkhai. Kotkhai is the sub-district headquarter of Kharel village. As per 2009 stats, Himri is the gram panchayat of Kharel village.
The total geographical area of village is 315 hectares. Kharel has a total population of 318 peoples, out of which male population is 165 while female population is 153. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 927 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kharel village is 66.04% out of which 66.06% males and 66.01% females are literate. There are about 79 houses in kharel village. Pincode of kharel village locality is 171202.
When it comes to administration, Kharel village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kharel village comes under Jubbal-Kotkhai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Kotkhai is nearest town to kharel village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kharel
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 318 | 165 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 109 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 56 | 52 |
Connectivity of Kharel
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kharel
Where is Kharel located?
Kharel village is situated in Kotkhai Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharel?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharel is Himri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kharel?
The pincode of Kharel is 171202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kharel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharel is 318, with 165 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Kharel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kharel village has a total of 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharel as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharel is 66.04%. The male literacy rate is 66.06%, while the female literacy rate is 66.01%.