Khur - Dadahu, Sirmaur
Khur is a village situated in the Dadahu tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Nahan. Khud Drabil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khur is 023015. The village covers a total geographical area of 717.93 hectares and falls under the 173022 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Khur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri renukaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khur
As per Census 2011, Khur village has a total population of 1,006 people, consisting of 514 males and 492 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 462 literate and 544 illiterate residents. Additionally, 823 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,006 | 514 | 492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 93 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 823 | 425 | 398 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 462 | 271 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 243 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Khur
Khur 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 Khur
Khur 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 >10 km |
| 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 Nahan to Khur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khur 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 Khur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khur
Where is Khur located?
Khur village is located in Dadahu Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khur is Khud Drabil.
What is the pincode of Khur?
The pincode of Khur is 173022.
What is the population of Khur?
Khur has a total population of 1,006, including 514 males and 492 females.
How many households are there in Khur?
There are 126 households in Khur.
What is the literacy rate in Khur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khur is 45.92%. Male literacy is 52.72% and female literacy is 38.82%.