Khatkar

Khatkar is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 130km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Khatkar village. As per 2009 stats, Malendi is the gram panchayat of Khatkar village.

Khatkar has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Khatkar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khatkar is 023871. The village spans a total geographical area of 47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172029. Narkanda is nearest town to Khatkar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Khatkar

Below is a concise population overview of Khatkar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 170 89 81
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 30 17 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) 143 76 67
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 98 57 41
Illiterate Population 72 32 40

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khatkar village:

  • The total population of Khatkar village is around 170, including approximately 89 males and 81 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 30 children aged 0–6 years in Khatkar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khatkar village has 143 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Khatkar village is about 57.65%, with male literacy at 64.04% and female literacy at 50.62%.
  • There are around 40 households in Khatkar village.

Connectivity of Khatkar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khatkar. As per the 2011 stats, Khatkar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Khatkar

Knowing the nearby villages of Khatkar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khatkar.

Kumharsain Jangal Jogsha Jar Tepri Malendi Dhali Shela Karewati Pharal Ghareawat Rahu

Frequently Asked Questions about Khatkar

Where is Khatkar located?
Khatkar village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatkar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khatkar is Malendi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khatkar?
The pincode of Khatkar is 172029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khatkar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khatkar is 170, with 89 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Khatkar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khatkar village has a total of 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khatkar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khatkar is 57.65%. The male literacy rate is 64.04%, while the female literacy rate is 50.62%.