Kharela
Kharela is a village located in Nankhari tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 102km away from district headquarter Nankhari. Nankhari is the sub-district headquarter of Kharela village. As per 2009 stats, Bagalti is the gram panchayat of Kharela village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharela unique in its vibrant Nankhari-Shimla region. You’ll see Kharela’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 Kharela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharela is 023725. The village spans a total geographical area of 155 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172021. Rampur is nearest town to Kharela village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kharela
Population of Kharela
According to the 2011 Census, Kharela has a total population of about 216, with approximately 102 males and 114 females. The sex ratio is around 1117 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 13 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3 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 71.30%, with male literacy at about 83.33% and female literacy near 60.53%. There are around 59 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 154 | 85 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 17 | 45 |
Connectivity of Kharela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharela. As per the 2011 stats, Kharela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharela
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharela
- Where is Kharela located?
- Kharela village is situated in Nankhari Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharela?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharela is Bagalti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kharela?
- The pincode of Kharela is 172021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharela is 216, with 102 males and 114 females.
- How many households are there in Kharela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharela village has a total of 59 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharela is 71.30%. The male literacy rate is 83.33%, while the female literacy rate is 60.53%.