Kharotiyon - Haripurdhar, Sirmaur
Kharotiyon is a village situated in the Haripurdhar tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 86 km from Nahan. Deuri Kharahan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharotiyon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharotiyon is 022980. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 173032 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Kharotiyon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Kharotiyon
According to the 2011 Census, Kharotiyon village had a total population of 557 people, including 294 males and 263 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.51%, with male literacy at 90.51% and female literacy at 75.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83.
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 | 557 | 294 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 50 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 405 | 229 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 65 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Kharotiyon
Kharotiyon 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 Kharotiyon
Kharotiyon 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 Nahan to Kharotiyon is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharotiyon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharotiyon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kharotiyon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharotiyon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kharotiyon
Where is Kharotiyon located?
Kharotiyon village is located in Haripurdhar Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kharotiyon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharotiyon is Deuri Kharahan.
What is the pincode of Kharotiyon?
The pincode of Kharotiyon is 173032.
What is the population of Kharotiyon?
Kharotiyon had a total population of 557, including 294 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Kharotiyon?
Kharotiyon had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharotiyon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharotiyon was 83.51%. Male literacy was 90.51% and female literacy was 75.86%.