Khamadi - Nankhari, Shimla
Khamadi is a village situated in the Nankhari tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nankhari and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Shimla. Khamadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamadi is 023744. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.48 hectares and falls under the 172028 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Khamadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khamadi
According to the 2011 Census, Khamadi village had a total population of 397 people, including 199 males and 198 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.85%, with male literacy at 90.45% and female literacy at 79.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 170.
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 | 397 | 199 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 21 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 88 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 161 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 38 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Khamadi
Khamadi 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 Khamadi
Public transport in the Khamadi 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 Khamadi is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khamadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamadi 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 Khamadi
Where is Khamadi located?
Khamadi village is located in Nankhari Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamadi?
Khamadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khamadi?
The pincode of Khamadi is 172028.
What is the population of Khamadi?
Khamadi had a total population of 397, including 199 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Khamadi?
Khamadi had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khamadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamadi was 84.85%. Male literacy was 90.45% and female literacy was 79.46%.