Kharaun
About Kharaun
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kharaun village is 024361. Kharaun village is located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kharaun village. As per 2009 stats, Okhru is the gram panchayat of Kharaun village.
The total geographical area of village is 31 hectares. Kharaun has a total population of 119 peoples, out of which male population is 59 while female population is 60. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1016 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kharaun village is 82.35% out of which 86.44% males and 78.33% females are literate. There are about 24 houses in kharaun village. Pincode of kharaun village locality is 171103.
When it comes to administration, Kharaun village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kharaun village comes under Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Shimla is nearest town to kharaun village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kharaun
The population details of Kharaun cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 119 | 59 | 60 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 98 | 51 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 8 | 13 |
Connectivity of Kharaun
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kharaun
Where is Kharaun located?
Kharaun village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharaun?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharaun is Okhru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kharaun?
The pincode of Kharaun is 171103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kharaun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharaun is 119, with 59 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Kharaun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kharaun village has a total of 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharaun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharaun is 82.35%. The male literacy rate is 86.44%, while the female literacy rate is 78.33%.