Khahar - Theog, Shimla
Khahar is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Bagain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khahar is 025308. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.89 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Khahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khahar
According to the 2011 Census, Khahar village had a total population of 220 people, including 111 males and 109 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.95%, with male literacy at 90.43% and female literacy at 67.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85.
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 | 220 | 111 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 40 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 85 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 26 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Khahar
Khahar 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 Khahar
Khahar 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 Khahar is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khahar 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 Khahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khahar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khahar
Where is Khahar located?
Khahar village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khahar is Bagain.
What is the pincode of Khahar?
The pincode of Khahar is 171201.
What is the population of Khahar?
Khahar had a total population of 220, including 111 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Khahar?
Khahar had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khahar was 78.95%. Male literacy was 90.43% and female literacy was 67.71%.