Kharan

Kharan is a village located in Nankhari tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 93km away from district headquarter Nankhari. Nankhari is the sub-district headquarter of Kharan village. As per 2009 stats, Kharahan is the gram panchayat of Kharan village.

Kharan 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 Kharan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharan is 023760. The village spans a total geographical area of 50.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174202. Rampur is nearest town to Kharan village for all major economic activities.

Google Map of Kharan

The Map data on this website is provided by Google Maps, a free online map service one can access and view in a web browser.

Population of Kharan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 398 199 199
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 41 11 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) 139 71 68
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 286 172 114
Illiterate Population 112 27 85

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

  • The total population of Kharan village is around 398, including approximately 199 males and 199 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 41 children aged 0–6 years in Kharan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kharan village has 139 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kharan village is about 71.86%, with male literacy at 86.43% and female literacy at 57.29%.
  • There are around 96 households in Kharan village.

Connectivity of Kharan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharan. As per the 2011 stats, Kharan 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kharan

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

Chariali Chabri Dhawati Bagalti Lahru Jahoo Juni D P F Maniknoon Kofar Dhar D P F Sitpura Rehasto

Frequently Asked Questions about Kharan

Where is Kharan located?
Kharan village is situated in Nankhari Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharan is Kharahan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kharan?
The pincode of Kharan is 174202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kharan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharan is 398, with 199 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Kharan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kharan village has a total of 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharan is 71.86%. The male literacy rate is 86.43%, while the female literacy rate is 57.29%.