Khakrola - Rampur, Shimla
Khakrola is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Shingla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khakrola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khakrola is 023617. The village covers a total geographical area of 277 hectares and falls under the 172001 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Khakrola 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 Khakrola
According to the 2011 Census, Khakrola village had a total population of 617 people, including 322 males and 295 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.18%, with male literacy at 90.17% and female literacy at 68.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 299, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 50.
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 | 617 | 322 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 27 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 152 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 266 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 56 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Khakrola
Khakrola 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 Khakrola
Khakrola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Khakrola is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khakrola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khakrola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khakrola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khakrola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khakrola
Where is Khakrola located?
Khakrola village is located in Rampur Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khakrola?
The Gram Panchayat of Khakrola is Shingla.
What is the pincode of Khakrola?
The pincode of Khakrola is 172001.
What is the population of Khakrola?
Khakrola had a total population of 617, including 322 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Khakrola?
Khakrola had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khakrola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khakrola was 80.18%. Male literacy was 90.17% and female literacy was 68.63%.