Kharela - Nankhari, Shimla
Kharela is a village situated in the Nankhari tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Bagalti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharela is 023725. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 172021 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Kharela 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 Kharela
According to the 2011 Census, Kharela village had a total population of 216 people, including 102 males and 114 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,118 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.86%, with male literacy at 88.54% and female literacy at 64.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 216 | 102 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 85 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 17 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Kharela
Kharela 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 Kharela
Public transport in the Kharela is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Kharela is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kharela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharela 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kharela
Where is Kharela located?
Kharela village is located in Nankhari Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharela?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharela is Bagalti.
What is the pincode of Kharela?
The pincode of Kharela is 172021.
What is the population of Kharela?
Kharela had a total population of 216, including 102 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Kharela?
Kharela had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharela was 75.86%. Male literacy was 88.54% and female literacy was 64.49%.