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.
Here you can discover what makes Kharan unique in its vibrant Nankhari-Shimla region. You’ll see Kharan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
Population of Kharan
According to the 2011 Census, Kharan has a total population of about 398, with approximately 199 males and 199 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 41 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 139 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.86%, with male literacy at about 86.43% and female literacy near 57.29%. There are around 96 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.