Karhech (13/123) - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Karhech (13/123) is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Shimla. Bhaloh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karhech (13/123) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karhech (13/123) is 024382. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.27 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Jutogh is the nearest town.
Karhech (13/123) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karhech (13/123)
According to the 2011 Census, Karhech (13/123) village had a total population of 33 people, including 15 males and 18 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.25%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 72.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 2 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Karhech (13/123)
Karhech (13/123) 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 Karhech (13/123)
Public transport in the Karhech (13/123) is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karhech (13/123).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Karhech (13/123) is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karhech (13/123)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karhech (13/123) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karhech (13/123)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karhech (13/123) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karhech (13/123)
Where is Karhech (13/123) located?
Karhech (13/123) village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karhech (13/123)?
The Gram Panchayat of Karhech (13/123) is Bhaloh.
What is the pincode of Karhech (13/123)?
The pincode of Karhech (13/123) is 171001.
What is the population of Karhech (13/123)?
Karhech (13/123) had a total population of 33, including 15 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Karhech (13/123)?
Karhech (13/123) had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karhech (13/123)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karhech (13/123) was 81.25%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 72.22%.