Khalai - Tikar, Shimla
Khalai is a village situated in the Tikar tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Dharada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalai is 026360. The village covers a total geographical area of 186 hectares and falls under the 171203 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Khalai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khalai
According to the 2011 Census, Khalai village had a total population of 709 people, including 363 males and 346 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.92%, with male literacy at 84.68% and female literacy at 64.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 292.
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 | 709 | 363 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 30 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 292 | 144 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 478 | 282 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 81 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Khalai
Khalai 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 Khalai
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khalai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Khalai is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalai 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khalai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalai 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khalai
Where is Khalai located?
Khalai village is located in Tikar Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalai?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalai is Dharada.
What is the pincode of Khalai?
The pincode of Khalai is 171203.
What is the population of Khalai?
Khalai had a total population of 709, including 363 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Khalai?
Khalai had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalai was 74.92%. Male literacy was 84.68% and female literacy was 64.26%.