Khashkandi - Rohru, Shimla
Khashkandi is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Dalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khashkandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khashkandi is 026479. The village covers a total geographical area of 306 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Khashkandi 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 Khashkandi
According to the 2011 Census, Khashkandi village had a total population of 623 people, including 304 males and 319 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.59%, with male literacy at 80.87% and female literacy at 60.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 240.
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 | 623 | 304 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 27 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 114 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 396 | 224 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 80 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Khashkandi
Khashkandi 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 Khashkandi
Khashkandi 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 >10 km |
| 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 Khashkandi is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khashkandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khashkandi 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 Khashkandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khashkandi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khashkandi
Where is Khashkandi located?
Khashkandi village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khashkandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khashkandi is Dalgaon.
What is the pincode of Khashkandi?
The pincode of Khashkandi is 171207.
What is the population of Khashkandi?
Khashkandi had a total population of 623, including 304 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Khashkandi?
Khashkandi had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khashkandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khashkandi was 70.59%. Male literacy was 80.87% and female literacy was 60.56%.