Khalog - Pachhad, Sirmaur
Khalog is a village situated in the Pachhad tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Tikkri Kuthar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalog is 022727. The village covers a total geographical area of 362 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Khalog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khalog
As per Census 2011, Khalog village has a total population of 367 people, consisting of 187 males and 180 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 244 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khalog are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 367 | 187 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 51 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 139 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 48 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Khalog
Khalog 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 Khalog
Khalog 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 Khalog is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalog village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khalog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalog 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 Khalog
Where is Khalog located?
Khalog village is located in Pachhad Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalog?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalog is Tikkri Kuthar.
What is the pincode of Khalog?
The pincode of Khalog is 173024.
What is the population of Khalog?
Khalog has a total population of 367, including 187 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Khalog?
There are 79 households in Khalog.
What is the literacy rate in Khalog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalog is 66.49%. Male literacy is 74.33% and female literacy is 58.33%.