Khalashi - Theog, Shimla
Khalashi is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Majhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalashi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalashi is 025172. The village covers a total geographical area of 180.82 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Khalashi 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 Khalashi
As per Census 2011, Khalashi village has a total population of 339 people, consisting of 165 males and 174 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 265 literate and 74 illiterate residents. Additionally, 112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khalashi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 339 | 165 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 52 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 133 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 32 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Khalashi
Khalashi 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 Khalashi
Khalashi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Khalashi is about 30 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 Khalashi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalashi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khalashi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalashi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khalashi
Where is Khalashi located?
Khalashi village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalashi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalashi is Majhar.
What is the pincode of Khalashi?
The pincode of Khalashi is 171201.
What is the population of Khalashi?
Khalashi has a total population of 339, including 165 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Khalashi?
There are 74 households in Khalashi.
What is the literacy rate in Khalashi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalashi is 78.17%. Male literacy is 80.61% and female literacy is 75.86%.