Khoru
About Khoru
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Khoru village is 026197. Khoru 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 Khoru village. As per 2009 stats, Gumma is the gram panchayat of Khoru village.
The total geographical area of village is 154 hectares. Khoru has a total population of 255 peoples, out of which male population is 136 while female population is 119. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 875 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of khoru village is 68.63% out of which 75.00% males and 61.34% females are literate. There are about 51 houses in khoru village. Pincode of khoru village locality is 171202.
When it comes to administration, Khoru 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, Khoru village comes under Jubbal-Kotkhai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Kotkhai is nearest town to khoru village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Khoru
The population details of Khoru cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 255 | 136 | 119 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 97 | 55 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 175 | 102 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 34 | 46 |
Connectivity of Khoru
| 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 Khoru
Where is Khoru located?
Khoru village is situated in Kotkhai Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khoru?
The Gram Panchayat of Khoru is Gumma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khoru?
The pincode of Khoru is 171202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khoru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khoru is 255, with 136 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Khoru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khoru village has a total of 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khoru as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khoru is 68.63%. The male literacy rate is 75.00%, while the female literacy rate is 61.34%.