Khanola - Rohru, Shimla
Khanola is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Summerkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanola is 026468. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.32 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Khanola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanola
According to the 2011 Census, Khanola village had a total population of 194 people, including 109 males and 85 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 780 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.43%, with male literacy at 87.88% and female literacy at 59.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60.
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 | 194 | 109 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 87 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 22 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Khanola
Khanola 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 Khanola
Public transport in the Khanola is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Khanola is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanola 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khanola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanola 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khanola
Where is Khanola located?
Khanola village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khanola?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanola is Summerkot.
What is the pincode of Khanola?
The pincode of Khanola is 171207.
What is the population of Khanola?
Khanola had a total population of 194, including 109 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Khanola?
Khanola had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanola was 75.43%. Male literacy was 87.88% and female literacy was 59.21%.