Kehru
Kehru is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 52km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kehru village. As per 2009 stats, Okhru is the gram panchayat of Kehru village.
Here you can discover what makes Kehru unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-Shimla region. You’ll see Kehru’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 Kehru
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kehru is 024234. The village spans a total geographical area of 15.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171103. Arki is nearest town to Kehru village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kehru 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 Shimla Rural 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.
Google Map of Kehru
Population of Kehru
According to the 2011 Census, Kehru has a total population of about 40, with approximately 21 males and 19 females. The sex ratio is around 904 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 5 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.00%, with male literacy at about 100.00% and female literacy near 57.89%. There are around 7 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kehru's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | N/A | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 32 | 21 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | N/A | 8 |
Connectivity of Kehru
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kehru. As per the 2011 stats, Kehru had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kehru
Knowing the nearby villages of Kehru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kehru.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kehru
- Where is Kehru located?
- Kehru village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kehru?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kehru is Okhru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kehru?
- The pincode of Kehru is 171103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kehru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kehru is 40, with 21 males and 19 females.
- How many households are there in Kehru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kehru village has a total of 7 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kehru as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kehru is 80.00%. The male literacy rate is 100.00%, while the female literacy rate is 57.89%.