Kim - Taklech, Shimla
Kim is a village situated in the Taklech tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 125 km from Shimla. Deothi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kim village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kim is 023671. The village covers a total geographical area of 281.84 hectares and falls under the 172022 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Kim village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kim
According to the 2011 Census, Kim village had a total population of 634 people, including 320 males and 314 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.18%, with male literacy at 90.28% and female literacy at 72.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 178.
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 | 634 | 320 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 84 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 466 | 260 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 60 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Kim
Kim 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 Kim
Kim 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 Kim is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kim
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kim 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 Kim
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kim village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kim
Where is Kim located?
Kim village is located in Taklech Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kim?
The Gram Panchayat of Kim is Deothi.
What is the pincode of Kim?
The pincode of Kim is 172022.
What is the population of Kim?
Kim had a total population of 634, including 320 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Kim?
Kim had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kim?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kim was 81.18%. Male literacy was 90.28% and female literacy was 72.03%.