Khagaan - Theog, Shimla
Khagaan is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Dhamandri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khagaan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khagaan is 025187. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.67 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Khagaan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khagaan
According to the 2011 Census, Khagaan village had a total population of 73 people, including 44 males and 29 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 659 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.51%, with male literacy at 93.02% and female literacy at 73.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 73 | 44 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 40 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 4 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Khagaan
Khagaan 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 Khagaan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khagaan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Khagaan is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khagaan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khagaan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khagaan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khagaan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khagaan
Where is Khagaan located?
Khagaan village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khagaan?
The Gram Panchayat of Khagaan is Dhamandri.
What is the pincode of Khagaan?
The pincode of Khagaan is 171201.
What is the population of Khagaan?
Khagaan had a total population of 73, including 44 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Khagaan?
Khagaan had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khagaan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khagaan was 85.51%. Male literacy was 93.02% and female literacy was 73.08%.