Khatnol - Sunni, Shimla
Khatnol is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 51 km from Shimla. Khatnol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatnol is 024204. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 171007 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Khatnol 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 Khatnol
As per Census 2011, Khatnol village has a total population of 225 people, consisting of 111 males and 114 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 180 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 195 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khatnol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 225 | 111 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 93 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 98 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 13 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Khatnol
Khatnol 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 Khatnol
Khatnol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Khatnol is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatnol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatnol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khatnol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatnol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khatnol
Where is Khatnol located?
Khatnol village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatnol?
Khatnol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khatnol?
The pincode of Khatnol is 171007.
What is the population of Khatnol?
Khatnol has a total population of 225, including 111 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Khatnol?
There are 57 households in Khatnol.
What is the literacy rate in Khatnol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatnol is 80.00%. Male literacy is 88.29% and female literacy is 71.93%.