Khodsu - Rohru, Shimla
Khodsu is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Gawana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khodsu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khodsu is 026482. The village covers a total geographical area of 141 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Khodsu 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 Khodsu
According to the 2011 Census, Khodsu village had a total population of 262 people, including 126 males and 136 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.35%, with male literacy at 75.42% and female literacy at 59.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 228.
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 | 262 | 126 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 110 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 89 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 37 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Khodsu
Khodsu 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 Khodsu
Khodsu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Khodsu is about 127 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 Khodsu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khodsu 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khodsu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khodsu 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khodsu
Where is Khodsu located?
Khodsu village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khodsu?
The Gram Panchayat of Khodsu is Gawana.
What is the pincode of Khodsu?
The pincode of Khodsu is 171207.
What is the population of Khodsu?
Khodsu had a total population of 262, including 126 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Khodsu?
Khodsu had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khodsu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khodsu was 67.35%. Male literacy was 75.42% and female literacy was 59.84%.