Khalayana - Arki, Solan
Khalayana is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Dadhogi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalayana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalayana is 020063. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Khalayana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khalayana
According to the 2011 Census, Khalayana village had a total population of 76 people, including 35 males and 41 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,171 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.06%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 84.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 76 | 35 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 5 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Khalayana
Khalayana 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 Khalayana
Khalayana 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 | 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 Solan to Khalayana is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalayana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalayana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khalayana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalayana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khalayana
Where is Khalayana located?
Khalayana village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalayana?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalayana is Dadhogi.
What is the pincode of Khalayana?
The pincode of Khalayana is 171102.
What is the population of Khalayana?
Khalayana had a total population of 76, including 35 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Khalayana?
Khalayana had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalayana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalayana was 92.06%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 84.85%.