Khorsu

Khorsu is a village located in Rohru tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 127km away from district headquarter Rohru. Rohru is the sub-district headquarter of Khorsu village. As per 2009 stats, Bhaloon is the gram panchayat of Khorsu village.

Here you can discover what makes Khorsu unique in its vibrant Rohru-Shimla region. You’ll see Khorsu’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 Khorsu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khorsu is 026482. The village spans a total geographical area of 141 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171207. Rohru is nearest town to Khorsu village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Khorsu village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Khorsu

According to the 2011 Census, Khorsu has a total population of about 262, with approximately 126 males and 136 females. The sex ratio is around 1079 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 17 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 228 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 62.98%, with male literacy at about 70.63% and female literacy near 55.88%. There are around 59 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khorsu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 262 126 136
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 17 8 9
Scheduled Castes (SC) 228 110 118
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 165 89 76
Illiterate Population 97 37 60

Connectivity of Khorsu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khorsu. As per the 2011 stats, Khorsu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Khorsu

Knowing the nearby villages of Khorsu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khorsu.

Frequently Asked Questions about Khorsu

Where is Khorsu located?
Khorsu village is situated in Rohru Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khorsu?
The Gram Panchayat of Khorsu is Bhaloon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khorsu?
The pincode of Khorsu is 171207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khorsu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khorsu is 262, with 126 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Khorsu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khorsu village has a total of 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khorsu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khorsu is 62.98%. The male literacy rate is 70.63%, while the female literacy rate is 55.88%.