Kharla - Tikar, Shimla
Kharla is a village situated in the Tikar tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Kharala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharla is 026374. The village covers a total geographical area of 160 hectares and falls under the 171203 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Kharla 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 Kharla
According to the 2011 Census, Kharla village had a total population of 489 people, including 241 males and 248 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.52%, with male literacy at 86.18% and female literacy at 68.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 489 | 241 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 338 | 187 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 54 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Kharla
Kharla 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 Kharla
Public transport in the Kharla is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kharla is about 115 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 Kharla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharla 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 Kharla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharla 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 Kharla
Where is Kharla located?
Kharla village is located in Tikar Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharla?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharla is Kharala.
What is the pincode of Kharla?
The pincode of Kharla is 171203.
What is the population of Kharla?
Kharla had a total population of 489, including 241 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Kharla?
Kharla had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharla was 77.52%. Male literacy was 86.18% and female literacy was 68.95%.