Khill - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Khill is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from Shimla. Moolbari (dev Nagar) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khill village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khill is 024306. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.12 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Jutogh is the nearest town.
Khill village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Khill
According to the 2011 Census, Khill village had a total population of 18 people, including 6 males and 12 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 2,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.50%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 80.00%.
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 | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 0 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Khill
Khill 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 Khill
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khill. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khill.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Khill is about 21 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 Khill
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khill village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khill
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khill 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khill
Where is Khill located?
Khill village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khill?
The Gram Panchayat of Khill is Moolbari (dev Nagar).
What is the pincode of Khill?
The pincode of Khill is 171001.
What is the population of Khill?
Khill had a total population of 18, including 6 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Khill?
Khill had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khill?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khill was 87.50%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 80.00%.